HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHAT THE SIMILARITIES BETWEEN PUPPIES/YOUNG DOGS AND HUMAN TODDLERS ARE?

Young dogs and puppies have several similarities to human toddlers, including:

Energy levels: Like toddlers, young dogs and puppies have a lot of energy and are often very active. They LOVE to play and explore their surroundings.  This means that they need plenty of physical as well as mental exercise and playtime to help them burn off excess energy and prevent them from getting bored or destructive as well as to stay healthy and happy.

Curiosity: Both young dogs and puppies and human toddlers are naturally curious and like to explore their surroundings. They may investigate objects or areas that are off-limits or try to get into things they shouldn’t. *That is why it is up to you as the pet parent/human parent or guardian/caregiver to ensure that they do this in a ‘safe and fun manner’ and put up things that you don’t want broken or accidentally ingested until they grow out of this phase of their lives. This can be challenging for their owners or caregivers, who need to provide a safe and secure environment for them to explore while also setting appropriate boundaries.

Attention span: Both young dogs and puppies and human toddlers have short attention spans and may quickly lose interest in one activity or toy and move on to another. Try to experiment with different types and textures of safe, age appropriate toys that they can try out while you supervise them.

Socialization: Both young dogs and puppies and human toddlers benefit from socialization with others of their kind. They learn important social skills, such as how to interact with others, how to play nicely, and how to communicate their needs.

Training: Both young dogs/puppies and human toddlers need guidance and training to learn appropriate behavior and develop good habits. They both benefit from positive reinforcement techniques and consistency in their training. * We can’t emphasize enough how important CONSISTENCY and POSITIVE Reinforcement are in early development of both humans and dogs. By providing love, patience, and guidance, we can help both young dogs and puppies and human toddlers grow into happy, healthy, and well-behaved adults.

In summary, the similarities between young dogs and puppies and human toddlers are many and varied. By recognizing these similarities and providing appropriate care and attention, we can help both young dogs and puppies and human toddlers reach their full potential and lead happy, fulfilling lives.