The Star of the Dog Park
Your Leo dog does not so much walk into a room as make an entrance. Ruled by the Sun, this pup carries the whole show: the prance down the sidewalk, the proud trot home with a found ball, the pause at the park gate so everyone has time to notice. Leo dogs love an audience, and they are rarely short of one.
Behind the swagger beats a big, generous heart. A Leo dog wants everyone at the park to have fun, and their play invitations are famous: the bounce, the bow, the wag that starts at the shoulders. Tell them they are wonderful. They already suspect it, and they love hearing it anyway.
Five things that make your Leo dog tick
- Natural performerLearn a trick once, perform it forever, ideally for guests. Every spin ends with a glance at the crowd.
- Sunny dispositionGrumpy mornings rarely survive a Leo tail wag.
- Victory trotterA great find on a walk means head high, tail up and a parade all the way home.
- Generous hostLeos coax shy dogs into the game with a playful bow.
- Praise poweredA cheerful good dog lands like a gold medal.
How to love a Leo dog
- Praise often, because a Leo glows when told how brilliant they are.
- Teach showy tricks like spin or high five, then admire the performance.
- Take photos on walks and make a fuss about their best angle.
- Arrange friendly play dates where they can host the fun.
- Give them a sunny spot by the window that is theirs alone.
Very Leo behavior
- Poses for photos, but only from the left side.
- Carries a found ball home like an Olympic torch.
- Hears the word good and starts wagging before the sentence ends.
A Leo can be a little put out when the new puppy next door steals the spotlight, and will simply try harder to win it back.
Best playmate signs
Fire signs Aries and Sagittarius match the Leo sparkle and never tire of chase. Air signs Gemini and Libra make brilliant fans, cheering on every lap of the park.
And the Moon sign?
The Sun sign is the big personality. The Moon sign is what makes your dog feel safe. A Leo Sun can sit with any of the twelve Moons, and it changes the flavor a lot. Read about the Leo Moon, or find your pet’s.
Questions people ask
Are Leo dogs show-offs?
In the most loving way, yes. Leo is ruled by the Sun, so astrology pictures a dog who shines brightest with an audience. Take it as fun and enjoy the performances.
What do Leo dogs love most?
Attention, praise and a good game with their people. A Leo feels most loved when you stop, look and clap, even for an ordinary sit.