When we think of communication, we generally think of words and other vocal communication. Your dog however uses much more than just sound to communicate. Body language can tell you a great deal about your dog, and actually it tells you more than any noises he might make. If you pay attention to your dog’s body language you can really begin to understand what your dog might be thinking and what he might be thinking of doing before it happens. With attention, you will be able to assess your dog’s comfort with whatever is going on around him.
Emotional cues your dog gives you:
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Your dog is ready to play. Ears are up, eyes sparkling, tail wagging, jumping and running in her activity. A dog invites another dog to play by stretching front legs out, chest on the ground, head up, a kind of bowing type physical gesture. Your dog may do this with you as well.
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