24/05/2022
Interpreting Common Dog Behaviors:
1. Bowing
A dog bows by lowering his chest and head to the ground while keeping the rear body up. If your companion animal bows, he wants to play. Some dogs swing their hips and wag their tails to emphasize the need to play. This body language is popularly known as the play bow.
2. Stretching
Your canine playmate stretches to show love or playfulness. If you come home after being away for some time and see him stretching, you should know that he's happy. These animals usually stretch with the front or rear body close to the ground.
3. Raising Paws
If your canine friend raises his paws, he's asking for something or wants to play. This behavior is common with younger dogs. A puppy can raise his paws and touch his mother when he wants to suck milk. If a dog raises his paws to touch you, you should know that he loves you.
4. Howling
Your dog produces a long howl if he is feeling lonely. Most dogs do this to announce their presence to other canines or even people. If he produces a short howl, you should know that he's satisfied or excited. A dog also howls to mimic other sounds.
5. Whining and Whimpering
If a dog produces a low, short whine or whimper, he is excited, anxious, or submissive. A prolonged whine or whimper shows that he is uncomfortable or in pain
6. Pacing
A dog is nervous, excited, or bored if he's pacing frequently. If you see your canine playmate running in a circle around you, you should know that he is playful and wants you to join in the play. It is important to note that these animals usually run after other animals regardless of whether they are bored or excited.
7. Licking the Ge****ls
Animals usually lick their ge****ls to clean them. If you see your four-legged friend licking them excessively, you should know that he is bored or has a urinary tract infection. Most urinary tract infections are itchy and can cause ge***al discharge which can trigger the ge***al licking behavior.
