Signs of a Happy Dog

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Signs that indicate that the dog is receptive to attention or wants to play:happydog

  • panting, relaxed, happy expression
  • body position relaxed
  • lying with one paw tucked under
  • enthusiastic tail wag
  • tail thumping on floor
  • play bow (front end down; rear end up; tail wagging)

Know the Signs

Signs of Anxiety

Signs of Arousal

Signs of Aggression

Signs of Imminent Bite

Signs of a Happy Dog

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