Love and bonding with your dog truly comes down to a matter of what you put into the relationship, you will get out of it. If you treat your dog as a guard device or something that lives in the backyard alone, he will not warm up to you and he will be unhappy too. Work to include your dog in family activities so everyone thinks of him as part of the family. Train your dog in basic obedience so he knows what he should do and also what he shouldn’t do. Never punish your dog for misbehavior. Reward him for good behavior instead. Get to know your dog’s moods and preferences. Play with your dog and make sure he gets enough exercise. Make him feel safe and protected under your care. In other words, love your dog and he’ll love you back. Contact your Omaha, NE vet to learn more.