Behaviorist Advises on Understanding Your Dog
Paw Culture (Oct. 26) – When dogs are in a situation that makes them feel uncomfortable, they lick their lips, avert their gaze, turn away their bodies and lift their front paws, according to Dr. Kelly Ballantyne, a clinical assistant professor of veterinary behavior at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine.
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