A form of dog body language. It is when a dog squints his eyes slightly to soften them when interacting with another individual. It is used as a non-confrontational signal to indicate peaceful intentions.
reference: Martha Knowles 2019, Eyes – ‘Shortening of the Eye’ or Squinting – Dog Body Language, <https://www.silentconversations.com/eyes-shortening-of-the-eye-or-squinting-dog-body-language/>
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