Does Your Dog Hate Wearing a Halloween Costume? As people prepare to dress up for Halloween, some may even decide to buy a costume for their furry companions. Although our pets usually comply, professor Alexandra Horowitz believes they might only be doing so for our benefit. Alexandra Horowitz, via Metal Floss According to Horowitz, the wolf-like ancestors of dogs would use “body covering” as a form of reprimand. It’s because of this that dogs may be genetically disposed to believe a costume is a form of being corrected. Alexandra Horowitz, via Metal Floss Horowitz suggests watching for any signs of duress in order to make sure your pet is as comfortable as possible. If they’re unhappy with what they’re wearing, try to ease their stress by choosing a less constrictive costume.
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