When we talk about emotional balance, we refer to the ability of a living being to offer correct emotional responses in the environment in which that is found But what are the characteristics of a balanced dog? What causes that it is not?
In this article on our site we will show you 10 characteristics of a balanced dog. If your dog meets them all, congratulations, your companion could be an excellent therapy dog.
1. You are in good he alth
A dog cannot be balanced if it is not in good he alth, something essential to be able to exercise, interact correctly with animals and people or carry out behaviors typical of their species. Apart from good he alth, the dog must comply with the five freedoms of animal welfare, which also include comfort and emotional well-being.
two. He is well socialized
A balanced dog must be able to relate with people, but also with other dogs, animals, the environment in which it lives or with the objects that are part of their daily life. Socialization is a process that takes place in the puppy stage of the dog and ends with the appearance of fears.
3. Is psychologically stable
Balanced dogs stand out for having a stable behavior, but it's not just about being able to remain calm. A balanced dog maintains lower levels of disturbance than other dogs and is not easily overexcited.
Sometimes it is the owners who overexcite the dogs, causing them to lose control of the situation. For this reason, it is always advisable to act calmly and calm, even if it is an effusive moment.
4. Avoid unnecessary confrontations
Frightened dogs or dogs that have not been properly socialized can have unpredictable and disproportionate behavior in a situation they consider dangerous. In contrast, balanced and confident dogs avoid unnecessary confrontation and respond proportionally
5. Is able to concentrate for at least 5 minutes
Dog training sessions usually last between 5 and 15 minutes maximum, in order to correctly capture the dog's attention and get the most out of it. However, a dog that is not able to concentrate for 5 minutes (unless it is a puppy) does not indicate balance, on the contrary, it may mean that it suffers from stress or hyperactivity.
6. It is well attuned with its owner
A responsible owner is capable of interpreting canine language or providing proper care for his dog, which allows good rapport, something essential in a balanced dog.
7. Adapts to different environments
As we explained earlier when talking about socialization, the dog must be able to be stable in different settings and environments, despite that may be somewhat stressful or uncomfortable for him.
8. It's easy to motivate
Motivation is one of the most appreciated qualities in the dog, also essential in a balanced dog. Motivation responds to the desire to satisfy a need, either for us or for himself. Stable dogs continue to have play behaviors that allow us to easily motivate them.
9. It is very trustworthy
Although it is not possible to ensure 100% that a dog is completely reliable, it can be assumed that it is very reliable when it has shown with the passage of time all the points that we detail in this article.
10. Does not suffer from behavioral problems
The different behavior problems that dogs suffer from, such as destructiveness, separation anxiety or aggressiveness, indicate that something is wrong and of course that the dog is not balanced. It is important to note that these behaviors are not always caused by poor education or handling by the owner, but in any case you should go to a dog trainer or ethologist.
A balanced dog will enjoy a positive emotional state, of physical and mental well-being and will not suffer behavioral problems that alter the character or his behavior
Is your dog balanced?
If your dog does not meet these 10 characteristics, he is probably not completely balanced. Therefore, don't stop working with him, taking care of him and offering him everything he needs so that his levels of well-being improve and he becomes much more balanced.
