I have to admit, I chuckled at the word dominance...

It's their way of making sure they don't fall. They're high off the ground, and I'm sure they can see that. They do get tight around your neck, if he gets too tight just try giving him some support. I love it when Snickets gets tight around my neck. That way when she moves, it feels like a massage!

I can just imagine her saying "Oh mom, thanks for feeding me, cleaning my pee and poop, and giving me this wonderful home! Here's your massage to show how much I care!!"