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Is Your Dog a Little Bit Woo? Some dogs don’t just see the world… they feel it.

Updated: Aug 7

Is your dog a little woo?

Some dogs are just… different.


They notice things before you do. They retreat when the energy in the room feels off. They react to your moods more than their own environment. And sometimes, they stare into the distance like they’re tuned into a whole other frequency.


If that sounds familiar, you might be living with a “woo dog.”


Now before you roll your eyes - this isn’t about turning your dog into a crystal-wearing spiritual guru. It’s about recognising that some dogs are just more energetically sensitive than others… and learning how to support them in a way that feels good for them (and you!).

What Does It Mean to Be an Energetically Sensitive Dog?


Just like people, dogs sit on a spectrum when it comes to emotional and energetic sensitivity. Some are go-with-the-flow types, not fussed by loud noises, big feelings, or chaos. Others… not so much.


These are the dogs who:

  • Pick up on subtle changes in your tone, mood, or body language

  • Get overwhelmed in busy environments (even if nothing “bad” happens)

  • Withdraw or become hyperactive when energy in the house is off

  • Seem deeply affected by big emotional moments - even if they’re not directed at them


They’re not broken. They’re not difficult. They’re just wired a little differently.

And they often need a different kind of care.

Woo Dogs and Emotional Mirroring


One of the things I see often in my work (and with my own dogs) is something called emotional mirroring.


Your dog might be reflecting what’s going on in your world - not because they’re trying to, but because they’re so connected to you that they feel it all.


It’s not unusual for a sensitive dog to become more anxious, unsettled, or reactive during times when their human is stressed, tired, or emotionally stretched. They absorb that energy. And without the tools to process it, it can get “stuck” in their own nervous system.


This is where energy healing can make a difference because it works with the emotional body, not just the behavioural surface.

These Dogs Feel the Vibe


Woo dogs don’t always react to what’s happening. They react to what’s felt.


You might notice:

  • They’re unsettled around certain people, even if they’re behaving nicely

  • They avoid places that “feel off” or rush out of the room when tension builds

  • They settle more easily when the house is calm, quiet, and energetically grounded


These dogs benefit from safe routines, gentle guidance, and a home environment that respects their sensitivity. Loud voices, chaotic play, or intense training methods can shut them down or send them into a stress spiral.

Helping Your Woo Dog Feel Safe


Living with an energetically sensitive dog doesn’t mean tiptoeing around them forever - it just means being a little more mindful of their world.


Here are some ways to support your “woo dog":

  • Honour their boundaries: Don’t force social interactions or busy environments if they’re clearly uncomfortable.

  • Offer grounding routines: Calm enrichment, scent games, and slow walks in nature help balance overstimulation.

  • Work on emotional regulation: Games and healing work can build resilience, helping them cope better in future.

  • Check in with yourself: Sometimes, supporting your dog starts with checking your own stress levels and creating space to breathe.

Final Thoughts


Energetic sensitivity in dogs isn’t just a quirky personality trait. It’s a real experience and for some dogs, it shapes how they navigate the world.


If your dog seems a little more tuned in, a little more affected, or a little more woo than others… they don’t need to be “fixed.” They just need support that recognises who they are.


Because when we understand their energy, we can adjust how we train, interact, and support them in ways that actually work for their nervous system.



Thanks for reading!


And as always, throw your dog a treat from us!


Deb & the Busy Pawz Crew xo


P.S. If this resonated with you, I have two ways you can explore more:


📘 Download my free eBook Beyond Behaviour for an intro to energetic healing, emotional mirroring, and practical ways to support your sensitive dog

💗 Book an energy healing session to support your dog’s emotional wellbeing


🎧 This episode is also available in audio format!


Prefer to listen on the go? Tune into the latest episode of the For the Love of Dogs (and Their Humans!) podcast to explore the full conversation on energetically sensitive dogs—and how to support them.










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