Do it doggy style!
Erm . . . that sounded better in my head :) But it is true. Not only are dogs wonderful judges of character, if you are a dog-lover, any love relationship you might enter into will only be better — more fun and spiritually satisfying — if the other person feels the same way because it allows for the two of you to be more deeply connected through that shared doggy love.
I have always let my dogs’ reactions to people guide me. Dogs are able to read our energy and body language in ways we humans will probably never understand, but what we can understand, from our human point of view, is how other humans treat their dogs.
I know people who claim to be dog lovers, then keep their pooch tied up outside 24/7. That isn’t true doggy love to me. I know those who profess canine appreciation, only to yell, scream and hit their dogs for behaving like . . . well . . . dogs. (FYI — dogs like to dig, bark and roll in questionable substances. They shed and occasionally have potty accidents on your best rug.)
Show me someone who treats their dog the way they, themselves, would undoubtedly like to be treated — the kind, loving, respectful and fair way we ALL would hope to be treated — and I’ll show you someone who “gets it” when it comes to being a dog-lover.
The following is a blog post written by Tanya Enberg that discusses how the breed of dog can also help us determine something important about a potential love interest.
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If you believe, as many do, that one’s choice in dog speaks volumes about who they are, then isn’t it only wise to consider a potential mate’s canine companion before ever dating them seriously?
According to Kimberly Moffit, a Canadian psychotherapist and relationship therapist, the special bond shared between humans and dogs translates into fascinating clues that can be helpful to anyone navigating the dating scene.
Not only does Moffit suggest that those who own a dog can make better partners, she also believes we can tell a lot about someone based on their furry friend.
“There are certainly things about being a pet owner they can make a person a better partner,” says Moffit, who allows clients to bring their canine buddies to sessions.
“They have a long-term relationship already – some pets can live to 20 years – so they have the ability to commit and the understanding of responsibility. They have the ability to look outside themselves … having a dog takes a lot of work.”
In other words, good dog ownership can illustrate patience and caring, and it also might mean that the scary ‘C’ word – as in commitment – won’t prompt a potential mate to go running for the hills.
So, while you probably don’t want to date a dog, you might consider hooking up with somebody who has one.
“If you both have a pet, you already something in common,” notes Moffit. “It gives you something to build on.”
That said, Moffit stresses the importance of choosing your dog, err, partner wisely. Just as people have their own unique characteristics and traits, so do their canine buddies. But so what if Chihuahuas are high-maintenance, Beagles stubborn and Labs fun loving and sweet, what difference does that make on the romantic front?
According to Moffit, it’s huge.
“If a guy has a Rottweiler for instance, they have to have a really strong personality,” she observes. “This could be something worth noting.”
One of the more popular breeds (made even more so by the irresistibly cute Jen Aniston/Owen Wilson film, Marley & Me) are golden Labs. Dating a lab owner is probably a very different experience than partnering up with someone toting around a purse dog, like a Chihuahua.
“A lab is a very outdoorsy dog,” says Moffit. “They are very family oriented, compassionate and playful. They need a lot of love. Chihuahuas tends to be owned by the type of person who likes being the centre of attention, like Britney Spears or Paris Hilton. This type of person may actually use this kind of dog to get attention.”
Ultimately though, more important than judging a person based on the breed of their pup, is how they treat their loyal companion.
“Do they treat their pet with compassion, warmth and love?” Moffit asks.
“This a reflection of who they are and how they will treat you. I’d warn against anyone they see talking down to their dog or using physical violence in any way.”
Yes, it seems there’s no end to the talents that man’s (or woman’s) best friend provide. Even when it comes to love, they indeed have their noses to the ground.
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