This post may help some of you that cannot speak dog fluently. Sometimes I am friendly. Sometimes I'm mad!! Here is how to tell the difference...
If I am gnawing on your leg and growling, I am feeling mean! O.K., that one is probably too easy. What do I do when I'm mad? I may snarl and growl. I keep my ears close to my head and may stare you down. My body is tense and the hair on the back of my neck stands up. I also like to expose my teeth so you are able to see what you have coming! My tail sticks straight out from my body and my hair fluffs up. This way you can see what a big boy I am!! Run!!!
When I am feeling friendly I will often have a short high bark. Of course, I like to wag my tail and even my whole rear end! My tail sticks up. My ears are perked up. My body is relaxed and I may even smile at you. Yes, dogs can smile!
