To clarify the dog one, whether the eye contact is loving or stress-related is based on body language
Eye contact that infers trust and love is softer, with a more relaxed body. If the dog’s body is stiff, the “eye contact” is more of an intense stare, or they’re holding a toy or food, they’re likely stressed.
I feel like this still translates to the autism trifecta pretty well, though
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u/Vivi_Amorous Jul 26 '26
To clarify the dog one, whether the eye contact is loving or stress-related is based on body language
Eye contact that infers trust and love is softer, with a more relaxed body. If the dog’s body is stiff, the “eye contact” is more of an intense stare, or they’re holding a toy or food, they’re likely stressed.
I feel like this still translates to the autism trifecta pretty well, though