Dog Training Dog Body Language 3

Question 1

A dog freezes and goes completely still while being petted. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop and give the dog space, as freezing signals discomfort

Answer

Freezing is a warning sign that often precedes a snap or bite.

Question 2

What does a relaxed, open mouth with a lolling tongue typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

A calm, comfortable dog

Answer

A loose, open mouth usually reflects a relaxed and content dog.

Question 3

A dog tucks its tail tightly between its legs. What emotion does this convey?

Accepted Answer

Fear or submission

Answer

A tucked tail is a classic sign of fear, anxiety, or submission.

Question 4

What is the meaning of a dog showing its belly while stiff, with a tucked tail and closed mouth?

Accepted Answer

Fearful, appeasing submission rather than a play request

Answer

A tense belly-up posture is appeasement, not a confident request for petting.

Question 5

A dog's ears are pinned flat back against its head. What does this most often mean?

Accepted Answer

Fear, anxiety, or appeasement

Answer

Flattened ears commonly indicate fear or appeasement.

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