The idea of your dogs caring for you may sound vague at first. After all, there are so many ways that your dog can show that they care for you! And that\u2019s exactly the point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before we get into the list properly, you have to know that different dogs act in different ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Lab may not exhibit all of the tells in this list and instead shows their affection through different and unconventional ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You, as the pet owner, can tell what the individual indications are. As much as we can talk about general ideas of how dogs show that they love their owner, the reality can be so much different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dog, much like you, is unique and may have their own ways of expression that are just as valid as any of the rest that we will talk about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that we\u2019ve gotten that out of the way, we can discuss the common ways your Lab shows love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2) Labradors are excited around you.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the study that was previously mentioned, the dogs involved in the research associated their owners. With positive emotions such as excitement and pleasure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This may come from the fact that their owners are their primary caretakers. And that they\u2019re excited to be in the presence of their owner again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Lab can show that they are excited in many ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, you\u2019ll know that your Lab is happy to meet you. If they act all excited and race to meet you at the front door. For some, that is even the highlight of their day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They can show this affection through pouncing on you playfully or licking you when you arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take these as signs that they are excited to welcome you home again and that they are happy to spend more time with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3) They know your emotions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Empathy is not something that we would usually associate with domestic pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Empathy is a very complex emotion that many humans struggle with in their daily lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fact that many Labs are emphatic is such an amazing thing to have. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve already established that Labradors are good at telling the difference between positive and negative emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re feeling down, they are likely to do something to cheer you up or understand that you need company and stay with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similarly, your Lab knows when you are elated and will act accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Previously, only humans were established to have the capability of discerning emotions. Most other animals only have the capacity to tell the difference between emotions within their species. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amazingly, dogs are surprisingly good at establishing empathy towards their owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is why your dog being empathic towards you is such an amazing thing that signifies that they really do love you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 ) They follow you around<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your Labrador is probably also fond of following you around the house when you are at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is another way that they show affection. While they might just be bugging you for treats in some situations, the way that your Lab dotes on you is a serious indicator that they love you and want to spend time with you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is also another reason why some say that you don\u2019t really need an absurdly large space for your Lab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since, for the most part, they\u2019ll be sticking by your side and the large space (like a backyard) is mostly so they can exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5) They\u2019re protective or possessive of you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, your Lab can show that they love you by acting all possessive of you as their owner. Clearly, this is not exactly the same as love, but it does point to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They may do this by acting annoyed or even aggressive when you turn your attention to another pet or another animal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes they\u2019ll even get jealous of you if you turn your attention to a stuffed animal since it may make them feel less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make your Lab love you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As previously mentioned, the answer to that question is personal and won\u2019t be defined by just a couple of metrics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dogs are amazing pets that can love you just as much as you love them (and maybe even more). But those ways are varied and individual depending on the temperament and individual personality of your Lab. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if it makes you feel better, the chances are high that your Labrador loves you! They don\u2019t have a reputation for being an affectionate breed for no reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you take care of your Lab and show them the proper degree of attention and love they deserve, they will most likely feel the same way towards you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The secret to a Labrador affection is not a secret at all. Your Labrador\u2019s love for you is most often a reflection of the way you treat them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure to cultivate a positive relationship with your pet, and you are almost guaranteed that you\u2019ll have a friend for life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It really is that easy for the most part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are already at an advantage since you are their primary caretaker and provide them with their needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All you need to do is foster a positive environment for them and they\u2019ll do the same. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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