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Re: JimmyA
Well, that was unfair, Sir Wiley! If you had to get bitten, the least he could have done was give you a drink, even a small one! But I fully understand you're being somewhat 'gun shy' now around dogs, or at least certain dogs. And 'eye contact' is more important than people realize! One should always be on guard, just in case . . . 
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JimmyA
on October 3, 2014 at 5:45 AM
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Believe me, Kabu, I know exactly what you mean. All of our cats are rescues too, and they just can't get enough attention. I keep having to tell my wife "You can't save them all, so just keep heaping as much love and attention as you can on the ones we do have!" And that we do . . . 
posted by
JimmyA
on October 3, 2014 at 5:42 AM
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JimmyA
A great read and helpful as well.
" Avoiding eye contact -
“A dog that avoids eye contact altogether may consider you a threat or lack
confidence.”"
I was attacked by a St. Bernard once, badly bitten, never been the same since, and I think he drank his rum.
posted by
WileyJohn
on October 2, 2014 at 7:23 PM
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yes true, and all rescue animals...even Mr. Graysome have to be given special attention sometimes for a short time, sometimes for their lives.
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Kabu
on October 2, 2014 at 3:30 PM
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These are some of those things, lovelylady, that, even if you don't have a dog, you may be familiar with anyway. And believe me, I've always known about turning my back on a jumping dog! Sometimes their front paws can smash into a rather awkward area, and I certainly don't need that . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on October 2, 2014 at 1:25 PM
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I find most of these to be true. While I haven't had a dog in years, I'm very familiar with their behaviours. Did you know the best way to stop a dog jumping on you is to turn your back to them?
posted by
lovelyladymonk
on October 2, 2014 at 10:39 AM
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Some dogs are like that, Kabu. I believe that this article only scratched the surface of understanding the 'language of dogs.' I'm sure the rest of his book is far more extensive. Like you said, some dogs are extremely friendly and loving, and some are just naturally aggressive. It probably does depend somewhat on the breed, but I'm more inclined to believe that it can also depend on the owner and the dog's environment. We'll see what Naut has to eventually say on the topic . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on October 2, 2014 at 6:34 AM
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They can really get to ya, can't they, Bill? The ASPCA uses images like that on some of their TV commercials, dogs with unbelievably sad eyes, looking through the bars of a tiny cage, mentally conveying "Please take me home!" It can rip your heart out . . . 
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JimmyA
on October 2, 2014 at 6:31 AM
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It will indeed, FSI. Like I wrote, I'm not a dog owner or around dogs that much either. However, there are times when certain stances or looks or growls from a dog ( any dog ) conveys a pretty obvious message. Sometimes all it takes is a little common sense ( and a good pair of running shoes ) to avoid a possible confrontation . . .
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JimmyA
on October 2, 2014 at 6:29 AM
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That sounds somewhat cruel, C C T, to both you and that dog! However, if you could have fully understood that dog's posture and body language, you may have known that a possible attack was imminent. Many people have been hurt by dogs because they didn't understand what that dog was trying to tell them! I guess you either had to learn to run faster, or avoid those types of dogs altogether . . . 
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JimmyA
on October 2, 2014 at 6:26 AM
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You're quite welcome, chuck. Yes, there are probably many people who don't look upon this as a type of language, but in essence, that's what it actually is! If dogs could talk, they probably wouldn't need as much body language and facial expressions to convey their thoughts! We're the ones who need to learn . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on October 2, 2014 at 6:24 AM
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I had a feeling, Naut, that there probably was more to it, and I expected to hear as much from an actual dog owner. Always fun when one of my thoughts or blogs triggers someone else's. I look forward to your post . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on October 2, 2014 at 6:21 AM
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I don't think that this guy goes far enough, depends on breed and how well trained and well treated and is it an alpha dog or happy to be one of the pack. My last dog just ran out of the house and bit any and everyone on the ankle unless they were family.
posted by
Kabu
on October 1, 2014 at 6:44 PM
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JimmyA
🍓I like the sad eyes, seeking affection Jimmy. BC-A, Bill’s R🎧st
posted by
BC-A
on October 1, 2014 at 12:48 PM
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As a non-dog owner, I find this very interesting...It would be interesting to see Naut's future entry, or entries, on the subject.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on October 1, 2014 at 11:41 AM
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All I want to know is how to combat a dog that is attacking. Especially if one cannot run very fast. Perhaps Naut can do that one. I once had to call on a house the dog was on a long chain it waited until one was half way down the path and then ran only to be pulled to halt a foot away from the unfortunate visitor.
posted by
C_C_T
on October 1, 2014 at 11:24 AM
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This is so true as if you are learning a different language. Thanks for sharing
posted by
Chuck_E_Ibrahim
on October 1, 2014 at 8:46 AM
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Jimmy
I agree with most of what this guy writes, but there's more to it. Maybe I'll do a post on it...
posted by
Nautikos
on October 1, 2014 at 8:03 AM
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