What do YOU see?

Did you know that a nose lick is a "calming signal" or appeasement gesture?

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M. Collie x

nose lick, ears back, swiping paw, play invitation

N. Greyhound x

nose lick, looking into distance, relaxed tail, uncertain

 

O. Shepherd x

big nose lick, eyes wide, ears back, nose up, tight over eyebrows, worried

P. Heeler x

C-curve body, leaning back, tail down, eyes squinty, lips soft, ears back, uncertain, cautious

 

Q. Mixed breed

ears back, eyes and lips soft, tail relaxed, uncertain

 

R. Chow/Husky pup

whale eye, lips tight, backed against wall, tense over eyebrows, prepared for defense

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