Animal Quote by Ninni Holmqvist
““For anyone who has never experienced or set any store by being close to an animal, it is perhaps difficult to understand that you can miss a dog so that it literally hurts. But the relationship with an animal is so much more physical than a relationship with another person. You don’t get to know a dog by asking how he’s feeling or what he’s thinking, but by observing him and getting to know his body language. And all the important things you want to say to him you have to show through actions, attitude, gestures and sounds.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Other Side of the River by Ninni Holmqvist, 2010
Close bonds with animals are formed through observing and responding to their physical cues rather than verbal communication.
In simple terms: Animal bonds rely on body language and actions.
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to non‑verbal signals.
Themes
empathy
communication
human‑animal relationships
Mood
reflective
affectionate
Type
observational
insightful
When to use this quote
- pet ownership
- therapy animal work
- training sessions
- daily caregiving
Key Concepts
non‑verbal cues
attachment theory
behavioral observation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you interpret a pet’s body language?
- What actions best convey trust to an animal?
A Different Perspective
Animals cannot express feelings verbally, so misinterpretation is possible.
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