DOES YOUR DOG TALK TO YOU?

Rick Rock
August 28, 2022

Dogs mostly talk with us through actions. A paw on the hand: a request to keep petting. Turning his or her head away: a refusal, expression of distaste or disgust. And if a dog rests their head on your lap it is something between possession and affection.

Source: The Atlantic, 9/28/22

BUT WHAT IF YOUR DOG COULD REALLY TALK?

they could explain their food preferences and tell their pet parents if something is wrong. For all the good a conversation with our dog might bring, however, more than half of those polled are worried their pet would reveal their secrets. On top of that, 49 percent worry they wouldn’t stop talking and 46 percent are concerned their dog would insult someone.

Source: Healthy Paws survey, 10/2/22

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