Ethnographic accounts, classic and contemporary, are both descriptive and interpretive; descriptive, because detail is so crucial, and interpretive because the ethnographer must determine the significance of what he or she observes without gathering broad, statistical information.
Mouthing is when a dog puts his teeth and mouth over a personâs skin while using little or no pressure from his jaw. Itâs not to be mistaken for aggressive biting, which is done out of fear or frustration.
Compulsive scratching, licking, and chewing behaviors are quite common in dogs and have a variety of causes. They can also be harmful. One of the first signs your dog has a problem might be the development of a âhot spotâ -- a red, wet, irritated area that arises from persistent chewing, licking, scratching or rubbing.ogs scratch, lick, or chew for a wide variety of reasons, ranging from allergies to boredom to parasite infestation: 1  Allergies. 2  When dog scratching gets out of hand, it is often the result of allergies to food or environmental triggers, including mold and pollen.