Apparently, the tongue lick means the dog is anxious, but it is cute. ( lemmy.world )

AgentOrangesicle , 7 months ago

I thought it increased the uptake of particulates to the chemoreceptors in their noses, but I’m no dog therapist.

intensely_human , 7 months ago

Well, attempting to enhance one’s own senses is generally a sign of anxiety in the animal kingdom. Like wide open eyes for example.

AgentOrangesicle , 7 months ago

If we’re studying the psychology of behavior in any life form, we can’t allow ourselves to fall into boxy or linear thinking. It’s a trap we’re prone to.

Pupils dilate differently in response to light, drugs, love, food, being Nala in the Lion King, getting punched in the eye, concussions, and genetic manipulation.

Seventhlevin , 7 months ago

I read that as “genital manipulation”

AgentOrangesicle , 7 months ago

Also that.