{"id":6207,"date":"2020-07-29T15:09:34","date_gmt":"2020-07-29T14:09:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/?p=6207"},"modified":"2022-03-30T11:52:20","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T10:52:20","slug":"the-new-normal-dogs-and-face-masks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/the-new-normal-dogs-and-face-masks\/","title":{"rendered":"The new normal: dogs and face masks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dogs rely on facial expressions and body language to understand and communicate with us, so the new normal of having to wear face masks everywhere can be tricky for them. Your dog might be nervous when you\u2019re out and about – and here\u2019s why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With most of our faces now covered up your eyes are now doing all the work. But in the animal world, direct eye contact is often a sign of threat or imminent danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The other problem with face masks? They distort your voice. Dogs have amazing hearing, but did you know your dog is actually used to hearing your voice and reading your facial expressions at the same time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s start with positive ways we can encourage them to know it\u2019s still you under there. These are our tips on how to stop potential anxiety and get them used to our new normal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting your dog used to face masks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to start is when you\u2019re safe and sound at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n