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Are you a responsible pet parent or someone who wishes your dog was more like a stuffed animal that could comfort you but didn't require energy on your part?

Unfortunately, many people want this type of dog. There are few breeds and puppy raising methods that deliver this "easy package." Yes, maturing, aging and even obesity slows a pet down but is this really the way you want to spend pet parenthood? Pets are living beings with natural behaviors that need outlets and shaping to fit into a human world. Dogs don't raise themselves and are dependent on their human families.

Signs of canine stress may include: hyperactivity, excessive vocalization, destructive chewing and digging, difficulty learning, scratching, running away, hiding, shivering, or aggression.

Signs of a relaxed canine: belly-up sleeping or resting, easy breathing, initiating play, stretching, relaxed muscle tone, relaxed ears and eyes, responsive to training.

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