Direct eye contact with a dog can have an important meaning. A dominant dog might view it as a threat. A subordinate dog might be frightened by it. Dogs, obviously, view eye contact in a completely different manner than people. Since they are pack animals, body language, including where the eyes are focused is very important.
How can you apply this information to your own 4-legged companion?
Mostly, it’s a matter of sensitivity. Dogs and people both have a way of adapting to each other, and the relationship will most likely settle into a comfortable one.
If you are trying to tech your dog something, you need to encourage your dog to make eye contact. There are ways to accomplish this, but they are beyond the scope of a this little blog post!
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