Posts Tagged ‘body language’
“Fine” is a Four-Letter Word
Have you ever looked at your dog and thought that she looks “fine”? Have you described your own or another person’s pet as “fine” when you describe them to your friends? Beware, the word “fine” is often not so fine!
Read MoreCalming Signals or Stress Signs?
When working with clients, I am often asked about the body language of the dogs that we are working with. One question that comes up, particularly with those who have some background in behavior and training, is about whether certain behaviors we are seeing are Calming Signals or stress signs.
Read MoreSay What? Whale Eye
Whale eye occurs when a dog’s head is pointed one way but their eyes are looking at something in a different direction. The whites of the eyes can be seen as an arc. It can be thought of as looking out of the corner of the eye. Dogs who show this behavior are typically concerned about something that is going on around them.
Read MoreSay What? Bunting
Bunting, head-butting or face-rubbing, is something anyone who has been around cats will recognize. Cats will rub against inanimate objects, as well as people or other animals that they feel comfortable with. The term “allorubbing” is also used when bunting is done in a social context.
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