Скачать или смотреть Have you ever hugged your dog and felt them go still for just a second?

Have you ever hugged your dog and felt them go still for just a second? Psychology says dogs don't always understand hugs the same way we do. To humans, it's affection. To them, it's something deeper, closeness, vulnerability, and trust. When you wrap your arms around your dog, their brain releases oxytocin, the same love hormone that bonds mothers and babies. In that moment, their heart recognizes yours. But here's the twist. Dogs are still wired by their wild instincts. In nature, being held too tight can mean danger. So, their body pauses for just a moment to understand. Is this safety or restraint? That's why some dogs freeze. Not because they don't love you, but because they're feeling two emotions at once, comfort and caution. But when they lean into you, sigh softly, or rest their head on your chest, that's pure love. It means, "I trust you enough to let my guard down." So next time you hug your dog, do it gently. Let your calm heartbeat speak louder than your words, because to them, that sound means home.