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What Does “Bad for Nails” Actually Mean?

“Emotional safety means remaining attentive to what the animal communicates when that discomfort occurs, and understanding that stillness does not automatically equal comfort. Recognizing that resistance is information before we label it misbehavior also means using an animal’s body language to guide our next decision, rather than expecting every animal to respond to the same approach.”

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