Look OUt!

If you ever take your fur-baby to the ever popular dog park, you may appreciate this reference. In fact this post is the number one reason why I personally do not take my boys to such destinations! Not that I didn't try at one point to do so, but what happened forever tainted my desire to spend time in such places. Trust me, my pups have not missed, or suffered for this lack of this experience, however I know I'm blessed to make such choices. Depending on where you live the dog park may be a necessity. 

When dogs get together you can tell very quickly if they are happy to see each other or not by whether or not their hackles are raised. Look out for the hackles and you will be able to tell whether to allow the union or to walk the other way. The hackles are at the back of the neck and between shoulder blades and close to the butt. When that hair raises the dog is in a state that could lead to an aggressive encounter. So easy to understand and to steer away from when you know what to look for. 

When it comes to you and me, it would be pertinent to note that we too have hackles, but when they prickle, it's an internal thing. Just like witnessing the change in body language with your best friend, when you look out for your own body responses you too can also stay clear of encounters you may prefer not to happen! 

When you pay attention to the subtle clues, it's amazing how simple it can be to navigate the landscape of life! 

​Peace, Love & Wufs,

Rev Deb, Chooks & Sam

 

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