Is Your Dog Tired… or Overstimulated?
It can be hard to tell the difference sometimes.
A dog comes home from an outing and seems restless. Pacing. Unable to settle. Maybe a little jumpy or reactive.
It’s easy to assume they just need more exercise.
But sometimes, it’s the opposite.
Sometimes they’re not tired. They’re overstimulated.
Busy environments, lots of movement, unfamiliar dogs, constant change — it can all add up quickly, especially for dogs who notice everything.
Instead of settling, their body stays “on.”
I’ve started paying more attention to this.
A truly tired dog usually relaxes.
An overstimulated dog often can’t.
The tricky part is that both can look similar at first.
So now I’m curious.
How do you tell the difference with your dog?
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