Do dogs know when you are sad?

Dogs Know When You Are Sad. When you feel sad, your dog will immediately pick up on this and adjust his behavior accordingly. Many dogs will even try to lick away tears as they fall. A dog's master is the center of his entire world, so sensing your feelings of sadness will have an effect on him too. read more

Credit: Igor Normann, Shutterstock Plenty of pet owners are comforted by a pair of puppy-dog eyes or a swipe of the tongue when their dog catches them crying. read more

1. Dogs Know When You Are Sad. When you feel sad, your dog will immediately pick up on this and adjust his behavior accordingly. He may become more subdued than usual, lose interest in his toys and even refuse his food. Usually, your dog will quietly observe you from a corner of the room. read more