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This is a great example of voluntary engagement for petting – something we’ve talked about a lot with dogs and cats, but can apply to any pet species! If you’re not sure if your animal wants to be touched, or how, do exactly what this person did. When the animal moves away, keep your handout, and wait for them to re-engage; pretty much every time they’ll stick the bit they want skritched into your fingers, or move away to let you know it’s not touching time. 

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