How Horses and Dogs React to Human Fear
get the jitters: to feel very nervous or afraid
Can animals really smell fear? Recent studies with horses and dogs suggest they might.
In one study, people watched funny and scary videos. Scientists collected sweat from their armpits after each video. They gave this sweat to horses to smell. The horses reacted differently to happy and fearful smells. This shows that horses can detect a difference between these emotions.
In another study, scientists tested dogs with sweat samples. When dogs smelled fear, they got the jitters and tried to go to their owner or leave the room. But when they smelled happiness, they interacted more with strangers.
These studies suggest animals can smell fear, helping them understand human emotions better.
Sample sentences
1. Before my big speech, I always get the jitters and feel very nervous.
2. She got the jitters when she saw the big spider in her room.
3. During the storm, the loud thunder made me get the jitters.
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