University of Guelph research has found that some people have the gift of the “cat whisperer.” They are able to identify the moods of cats based on facial expressions. Women and those with veterinary experience are especially good at deciphering feline expressions, even those who admit to having no strong attachment to cats. “The ability
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Is it true my dog doesn’t like to be hugged?
For humans, a hug is nurturing and builds trust and a sense of safety. But your dog may not feel the same way. Leaning against or reaching around dogs can feel threatening to them, says Prof. Lee Niel, Col. K. L. Campbell Chair in Companion Animal Welfare at U of G’s Ontario Veterinary College. “What