(look at other animals).
I’ve always said that! I have a beagle colored rat terrier taht looks like a miniature greyhound. She’s the best momma dog I’ve ever seen. She doesn’t get ugly often, but when she does, retribution is swift and efficient, then forgotten. Exactly the way it should be. No yelling, no screaming, no threats. She is the authority, and you better not sass her! Do you think she feels remorse for disciplining anyone, dog or human, that needs it? NO.
Yes, and horses nip and “kick” their young. Oh, the horrors!
And dogs are known for taking the pup by the scruff of the neck - and this became a popular method for physically challenging the dog by the human. Except of course for those who not only now tell us “no touchy-touchy”, but also, don’t even look mean at your dog! Because that’s just mean!!!