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How Dogs Use Their Tails As Signals and Gestures Part 2
from:Tail position is an important indicator of social standing and mental state of a dog. There will be some variations, of course, depending upon the natural tail position of the dog: a West Highland white terrier will carry its carrot shaped tail higher than a golden retriever its flowing, feathery tail, and a greyhound's relaxed tail position is lower yet.
Almost horizontal, pointing away from the dog but not stiff: This is a sign of attention. It roughly translates as 'Something interesting may be happening here.'
Straight out horizontally, pointing away from the dog: This is part of an initial challenge when meeting a stranger or an intruder. It roughly translates as 'Let's establish who's boss here.'
Tail up, between the horizontal and vertical position: This is the sign of a dominant dog, or one who is asserting dominance, and translates as 'I'm boss here.'
Tail up and slightly curved over the back: 'I'm top dog,' this says. It is the expression of a confident, dominant dog who feels in control.
Tail held lower than the horizontal but still some distance from the legs: 'I'm relaxed.' 'All is well.'
Tail down, near hind legs: This changes its meaning with the posture of the dog. If the legs are still straight and the tail slightly brushes back and forth, it means 'I'm not feeling well' or 'I'm a bit depressed.' If the legs are slightly bent inward, giving a slight downward slope to the back it means 'I'm feeling a bit insecure,' especially in an unknown setting or situation.
Tail tucked between the legs: 'I'm frightened!' or 'Don't hurt me!' This is especially common in the presence of a dominant dog or person, when it can also mean, 'I accept my lowly role in the pack, and I'm not trying to challenge you.
Bristling hair down the tail: The bristle in the dog's tail is a sign of aggression. It may modify any tail position. Thus, with the straight out it means 'I'm ready to fight if you are!' and with the tail slightly up or over the back it means 'I'm not afraid of you and will fight to prove
I'm boss.'
Crick or sharp bend in the tail when held high: This is more characteristic of the dogs that look like wolves, such as the German shepherds, and means much the same as the tail bristling. It is the precursor to possible aggression.
Broad tail wag: 'I like you.' This is often shown during play, when one dog seems to be attacking the other, pouncing, growling, and barking. The wagging tail serves as reassurance that this is all in fun. It also means 'I'm pleased' in many contexts.
Slow tail wag, with tail at half mast: During dog training, I interpret this as 'I'm trying to understand you. I want to know what you mean, but I just can't quite figure it out.' When the dog finally solves the problem, the speed and size of the tail wags will usually markedly increase.
The Energetic Dog
The expected energy level of a dog breed is a very important consideration in deciding whether to live with that breed Unfortunately, what you expect may not always be what you get The St Bernard that you expect to spend most of his life on the couch may have other ideas, and the exuberant Springer Spaniel that you think will bounce off the walls may find watching the paint peel off them the be.....More on Dog Psychology Center
Why Dogs Cock Their Heads To The Side
It wasnand#39;t by accident that advertising for the company and#39;RCAand#39; once featured a dog cocking his head in front of a speaker horn Thereand#39;s something about this position that most people find utterly adorable Dogs know it, too, which is why they do it, even when they arenand#39;t trying to hear anything in particular We give them a positive response, and they remember that Also, dogs tilt their heads for v.....More on Dog Psychology Center
The World According To Your Dogs Eyes
Like tourists who assume everyone speaks English, or should, it is second nature to us to think that the world looks pretty much the same to all creatures, great and small, including our dogs For example, we rarely give much thought to the optical processes that turn light into vision; we assume that our visual version of reality is reality Even those of us who wear glasses fall into this w.....More on Dog Psychology Center
Social Rankings Of The Wolf Pack Further
It is often suggested that members of the pack selflessly subordinate their own interests to the greater interests of the group, but this is really not an honest description of the evolutionary forces or motives at work In wolf packs the males and females of the group each establish their own social rankings The top male and top female furiously disrupt any attempts by their inferiors to breed .....More on Dog Psychology Center
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