• AgentOrangesicle@lemmy.world
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    7 months ago

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

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      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.

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        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.