Dog Training Dog Body Language 2

Question 1

A dog holds its tail high and stiff while wagging it slowly. What does this most likely signal?

Accepted Answer

Heightened arousal or potential aggression

Answer

A high, stiff tail with a slow wag indicates arousal or tension, not friendliness.

Question 2

What is a 'whale eye' in canine body language?

Accepted Answer

When the whites of the eyes are visible at the corners

Answer

Whale eye, showing the eye whites, signals stress, fear, or discomfort.

Question 3

A dog yawns repeatedly during a training session in a quiet room. What is the most likely meaning?

Accepted Answer

A calming signal indicating stress

Answer

Out-of-context yawning is a calming signal that often reflects stress or conflict.

Question 4

What does a 'play bow' (front legs lowered, rear up) communicate?

Accepted Answer

An invitation to play

Answer

The play bow is a clear invitation signaling that following behavior is play.

Question 5

A dog licks its lips when no food is present. What does this usually indicate?

Accepted Answer

Mild stress or appeasement

Answer

Lip licking without food is a common appeasement or stress signal.

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