🐶 A lick mat can feel like a little moment of magic when it brings instant peace to a restless puppy. 🐾 But sometimes that calm comes after a buildup we don’t even notice: the circling, the whining, the barking, the pawing, the bouncing. Those little patterns can build quietly and start to shape how a puppy feels long before the mat reaches the floor. ✨ In today’s Shaped by Dog episode, I’m looking at what might really be driving that rising anticipation and how a few small shifts can help your puppy find more ease and confidence in moments like these. ❣️ When we understand the emotions behind our pups behaviors, it becomes so much easier to support our puppies in ways that help them feel safe, settled, and comfortable. Check out the full episode on our YouTube Channel! #puppytraining #puppybehavior #dogsthat