Teaching Humans the Language of Love

Finn Tropy
6 min readJul 8, 2023

As a dog who loves my human unconditionally, I’ve noticed that he struggles to understand me.

Photo by Victor Grabarczyk on Unsplash

We dogs have our own language, but humans often find it challenging to understand our non-verbal cues

In this Medium story, I’ll take you on a journey from my perspective, showcasing examples of how I tried to communicate with my human but faced obstacles.

Ultimately, I’ll reveal the solution that worked, allowing us to connect on a whole new level. Are you ready to see the world through a dog’s eyes? Let’s dive in!

The Problem: Dog owners don’t know how to read their dog

Misunderstandings can lead to confusion and frustration, preventing us from building a deeper connection with our humans.

Examples of Failed Communication Attempts

My morning routine starts with waking up my human. He likes sleeping in my bed like a good littermate, and I curl against him for comfort and security, but he has difficulty getting up on my schedule.

I usually start with gentle non-verbal cues to get my human’s attention. I softly paw at him or give him my most adoring gaze.

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