If you are a dog lover and spend a lot of time with your pet, you must have noticed how much notice they take of how you behave and do their utmost best to please you. There are quite a few ways to show our love for your dog, these are just a few.

We can show our dogs that we love them in the same way as we would a child, with cuddles and a gentle touch. Dogs, like us, need to feel loved.

A gentle embrace or pat on the back is essential in building a loving relationship between a dog and his owner, it id the main form of communication and with dogs, actions really do speak louder than words.

If you have a small dog letting them sit on your knee while you pet them is mutually enjoyable. A bigger dog can lie beside you to be petted.

If you go out to work all day and your dog is alone in the house, make a fuss of them when you get in and show them that you’ve missed them. There doesn’t have to be a reason to pet your dog, they’ll appreciate all affection.

It’s a sad fact that many owners never think of taking their dogs for a walk, and it is one of the most enjoyable things you can do with your pet. You are spending time together away from the home and it’s a great way of pet and owner connecting. You are sharing a special time together to the exclusion of all others.

Dogs love surprises; to give them special treats for no special reason, so take them to visit a friend who has a dog that you know they enjoy the company of. All these little ways of showing affection will make sure that your pet knows they are loved.

If you think they need the company, the ultimate way of showing that you care is to get them a companion.

Aside from dogs, this writer also regularly gives advice on African market baskets and basket making supplies.