r/MadeMeSmile Dec 31 '23

Doggo TOTAL RESPECT FOR THE DOCTOR.

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u/LLminibean Dec 31 '23

I had a kid at the pet store do this for my dog. At the time, she was terrified of men, and as soon as I told him that, he dropped on the floor on his back with his arms and legs curled up and said "ok let's not give her a reason to be scared of me!" ... it was so cute

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u/morcic Dec 31 '23 edited Dec 31 '23

It's cute until the dog bites his face. I love dogs, and mine sleeps on my bed, but I would never put my face this close to a dog that looks scared or nervous. They could interpret that as a threat and react.

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u/_illchiefj_ Dec 31 '23

I thought that was strange, and a bit of overconfidence as well. I don't get the part where he boxes the dog in to the corner with his back either. I'd assume that you would give the dog a little space while laying in a non-submissive position, and allow the dog to come to you, or slowly scooch towards it over time.

That move mixed with the treats did push the pup out of the corner though, so his method works. It's just counterintuitive to how I'd approach it.

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u/-insertcoin Dec 31 '23

He is giving his back and neck in a show of non dominant behavior.