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We're still trying to figure out which dogs Nori is most likely to react to but black seems to be the most common culprit. Frustratingly after a really good innings she properly went for a dog this morning whilst meeting a larger pack she's met and mingled with before. Only notable factor was the dog was black. Sadly her actions caused the pack to turn on her so she's got some making up to do.
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Dogs get a lot of info from other dogs facial cues, and dogs can struggle with darker faces to pick up on whether they are friendly or aggressive.
Similar with dogs with flat faces can get more grief as their faces hard for dogs to read.
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Crumpet can be a bit unsure of black dogs! Especially the big bouncy Newfoundland we see occasionally. I'd assumed it's because she can't make out much detail so a black dog can just look a bit like a weird void.
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Our has always had an issue with black dogs, usually larger ones (he's only little) but just barking. He's also really particular about other dogs getting too rough, especially puppies. He's happy to run but if one puts paws on him he'll let them know that they have stepped over the line.
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Odie has, all of a sudden, developed an issue with black dogs. Dogs who he’s been fine with previously now seem to make him scared and he’ll give them a wide berth.
I can’t think of a reason for it - he’s had no run-ins that could have caused it. Anyone have any similar experiences?