Do You Feel Like a Bad Dog Owner Sometimes?

Let’s start here: if you’re reading this because your dog is acting out and it’s making you feel like you’ve failed—you’re not alone. Because good dog owners have bad days too.

You might be sitting on the floor after a long walk where your dog barked at every single thing that moved. Or maybe you're dealing with another torn-up pillow, another accident on the rug, or another judgmental look from a stranger who doesn’t know the work you’ve already put in.

And now, you're left wondering:

“Why can’t I get this right?”
“Why is everyone else’s dog so calm?”
“Am I failing my dog?”

Let me tell you something you need to hear—feeling like this doesn’t mean you’re a bad dog owner. It means you care.

Dog Behavior Isn’t a Scorecard of Your Love or Effort