Dog Training Dog Training Dog Body Language Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What does it typically mean when a dog yawns repeatedly in a non-tired context?

Accepted Answer

The dog is experiencing stress or anxiety

Answer

Repeated yawning outside of sleepy contexts is a well-documented calming signal indicating stress or discomfort.

Question 2

A dog approaching another dog in a curved path rather than head-on is demonstrating what?

Accepted Answer

Polite greeting behavior

Answer

Approaching in an arc is considered polite canine communication that reduces perceived threat between dogs.

Question 3

What does it indicate when a dog lifts one front paw while standing still?

Accepted Answer

Anticipation or uncertainty

Answer

A raised paw in a stationary dog often signals uncertainty, anticipation, or mild stress about the current situation.

Question 4

Which combination of body language signals most reliably indicates a dog is feeling fearful?

Accepted Answer

Tucked tail, flattened ears, and lowered body

Answer

The combination of tucked tail, flattened ears, and a lowered body posture consistently indicates fear across breeds.

Question 5

What does 'whale eye' (showing the whites of the eyes) typically communicate in dogs?

Accepted Answer

The dog is uncomfortable and may escalate to aggression

Answer

Whale eye, where the sclera becomes visible, is a stress signal indicating the dog is uncomfortable and wants space.

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