@em_lovesdogs

I feed my dog off a fork. There, I said it. 😂 And honestly? It’s one of the many “rules” I break as a dog parent — on purpose. Because here’s the thing: Our relationships with our dogs don’t have to look like anyone else’s. Some people follow strict obedience charts. Some use only structured meals. Some never share a bite of anything. Some (hi, it’s me 🙋‍♀️) hand their dog a forkful of food because it makes both of us laugh. And you know what? It’s all fine. It’s better than fine — it’s connection. Here are a few more “rules” I happily break: 🍽️ Letting my dog lick the spoon 🛋️ Saving a spot for them on the couch 🛏️ Letting them hog the bed 📷 Using my “serious” filming equipment to capture the chaos 🐾 Talking to them like they’re tiny, judgmental coworkers None of these things ruin training. None of these things cause “bad behavior.” What they do is strengthen the bond — the real, everyday relationship that actually shapes behavior. Because dogs don’t need perfection. They need partnership, safety, joy, and the little rituals that remind them they belong. So if you break a few “rules” too? You’re in good company here. What’s one silly thing you do for your dog that you’ll never apologize for?

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em_lovesdogsI feed my dog off a fork. There, I said it. 😂 And honestly? It’s one of the many “rules” I break as a dog parent — on purpose. Because here’s the thing: Our relationships with our dogs don’t have to look like anyone else’s. Some people follow strict obedience charts. Some use only structured meals. Some never share a bite of anything. Some (hi, it’s me 🙋‍♀️) hand their dog a forkful of food because it makes both of us laugh. And you know what? It’s all fine. It’s better than fine — it’s connection. Here are a few more “rules” I happily break: 🍽️ Letting my dog lick the spoon 🛋️ Saving a spot for them on the couch 🛏️ Letting them hog the bed 📷 Using my “serious” filming equipment to capture the chaos 🐾 Talking to them like they’re tiny, judgmental coworkers None of these things ruin training. None of these things cause “bad behavior.” What they do is strengthen the bond — the real, everyday relationship that actually shapes behavior. Because dogs don’t need perfection. They need partnership, safety, joy, and the little rituals that remind them they belong. So if you break a few “rules” too? You’re in good company here. What’s one silly thing you do for your dog that you’ll never apologize for?

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cath

🤣I did that too… 🤫

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