As human beings, if a situation makes us uncomfortable. We always have options. We can talk about it, take a step back, or even make a joke to ease the tension. Our dogs have limited options. especially if on a leash. And your dog’s discomfort may not seem so serious. Dogs can experience many stressful situations. including meeting new dogs or people noisy changed daily routine or even not being able to find the best puppy toys.
Being able to understand your dog’s body language is key to understanding how he is feeling. If your furry friend is in an uncomfortable situation It’s important to be able to recognize and take appropriate action before things go wrong. will escalate
If you want to understand Buddy’s body language, trainers from The Canine School in Canada recently shared six methods on their Instagram account @ottawak9school. So you can see if your dog is happy with what is going on around him.
According to Canine School trainers, when a dog gets uncomfortable They may exhibit the following behaviors:
roar
ears pinned back
tuck the tail
panting when not hot
licking lips
avoid touching eyes
Although the first three signs may be obvious. but other signs is hard to notice If you are at the dog park with your pet And there were other dogs coming in to play. You may notice that your dog has repeatedly started licking his lips. This has a calming effect and is also a sign of submission that shows other dogs that your dog is unwilling to do anything at the moment. Thank you.
Panting when it’s not hot is another sign of stress. Also, if your dog keeps staring at you or other dogs and won’t make eye contact. This is a way of ignoring stressful situations by pretending they don’t exist. Which is something we can all relate to!
Certified trainer Lara Sorisi agrees with this when she previously spoke with PetsRadar about the causes of reactions in dogs. In this piece, she explores when your dog finds himself in an environment. new or unfamiliar How helpful is it to observe their body language for signs of discomfort? If it seems like they want to stay somewhere else It is advisable to step back and give them some space. This helps them control their emotions and find their own sense of calm.
If you find these tips helpful and want to know more about dog stress recognition and management, Please see our veterinarian’s guide to anxiety in dogs.