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Your Dog Isn't Being Dramatic About Their Paws
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Your Dog Isn't Being Dramatic About Their Paws

That flinch when you reach for a paw isn't stubbornness. It's a reflex from one of the most sensory-rich parts of your dog's body, and a request you're meant to answer. Here's the science, and the fix that actually sticks.
Dr. Amara Solis · 6 min read
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