Every dog owner is sure that his four-legged friend enjoys gentle stroking on the head.
However, in reality, such a seemingly friendly action can provoke an unexpected reaction.
Cynologists have explained why you shouldn’t pet a dog on the head.
According to experts, not every man's best friend is able to perceive such affection correctly.
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It should be remembered that a dog is first and foremost a predatory animal.
Touching the head can be interpreted by the dog as an act of aggression: these animals usually press the head of a defeated opponent to the ground.
From the above facts it follows that touching the forehead or the top of the dog's head can be interpreted by him as follows: "You lost. I am the boss here."
The best petting for a dog is stroking along the back and scratching behind the ear.
