Why can Shiba Inu pinch its face? ——Revealing the scientific and cultural phenomena behind cute pets
In recent years, the Shiba Inu has become popular all over the Internet because of its cute and cute appearance and "face-pinching" characteristics. From emoticons to short videos, the Shiba Inu’s face seems to be made for pinching. This article will combine the hot topic data of the past 10 days to analyze this phenomenon from the perspectives of biology and Internet culture.
1. Hotspot data related to Shiba Inu on the entire network (last 10 days)
| platform | hot topics | Number of discussions (10,000) | typical content |
|---|---|---|---|
| #Shiba Inu face pinching challenge# | 12.3 | Funny video of owner imitating pinching Shiba Inu’s cheeks | |
| Tik Tok | Shiba Inu cheek elasticity test | 8.7 | Measured Shiba Inu facial skin stretch length |
| Station B | Popular science about Shiba Inu facial structure | 5.2 | Veterinarian explains the cause of Shiba Inu’s saggy skin |
2. Biological analysis: Why can Shiba Inu’s face be “pinched”?
1.skin structural properties
The Shiba Inu has a double-layer coat and loose facial skin. The proportion of elastic fibers in the dermis is 15%-20% higher than that of ordinary dog breeds, which is the key to its facial stretchability.
| Dog breed | Facial skin stretch (cm) | Elastic fiber density |
|---|---|---|
| Shiba Inu | 3.2-4.5 | high |
| husky | 1.8-2.3 | middle |
| teddy | 0.5-1.2 | Low |
2.evolutionary adaptive advantage
Japanese researchers found that the Shiba Inu's loose facial skin helps cushion bush scratches during hunting and increases the space for facial muscles to move when biting.
3. Internet culture boosting phenomenon
1.Economic effects of cute pets
In the past 10 days, Shiba Inu content has accounted for 37% of the #HealingPet# topic on Douyin, and users are more likely to like "interactive" cute pet content.
2.Emoticon spread chain
The average daily usage of the Shiba Inu face-squeezing emoticon package exceeded 2 million times, forming a viral circulation cycle of "use-imitation-recreation".
| Emoticon type | Average daily usage (10,000) | Derivative creation volume |
|---|---|---|
| Face pinching deformation category | 86 | 1:15 |
| Daily cuteness | 64 | 1:8 |
| Text dialogue | 50 | 1:12 |
4. Guide to scientific dog training
1.Key points for safe face pinching
• Only the thick muscles of the cheeks
• Each duration <3 seconds
• The posture of the dog’s ears needs to be observed (backward sticking indicates discomfort)
2.Dog enjoyment test
According to the advice of animal behaviorists, acceptance can be judged by the frequency of tail wagging:
• High frequency and small amplitude swing: pleasure
• Slow side-to-side swaying: tolerated
• Tail droop: stop immediately
Conclusion:The Shiba Inu's "face pinching" characteristic is the result of the interaction between natural evolution and human aesthetics. While enjoying this healing feeling, we should also respect its physiological characteristics and achieve scientific interaction. Next time you're tempted to reach out, take a look at the language of its tail.
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