“We communicate with our bodies - just listen!”
Hey, I am trying to tell ya somethin’
How to understand your dog’s body language
Tell tail signs and what they mean:
Tail curled under butt between legs - scared, anxious, or stressed
Belly Up - submissive, happy, “I’m not a threat!”
Growling - fearful, ready to fight, do not aggravate
Shaking - scared, terrified
Tail Wag - happy, excited
Down or Curled - Relaxed, do not disturb
Front paws down, booty back - Inviting you to play (common puppy play move)
Crouched while walking - stalking prey, trying to creep up on something or someone
For pictures, reference this guide.