Soft eyes, loose mouth are calming signals. Ears up and forward show interest.
Relaxed Face
Loose muscles and wiggly, fluid movements indicate comfort. Tense muscles signal stress.
Relaxed Body
Lip licking, yawning, shaking off are calming signals. Panting, snapping suggest arousal.
Mouth Signals
Erect forward ears show engagement. Ears flat back signals anger/fear.
Ear Position
Happy fast wags fan out. Slow, stiff wags indicate aggression or anxiety.
Tail Wagging
Dog rolling belly up is being submissive. Never punish this appeasement gesture.
Rolling Over
Front legs down, hind end up invites play. It's a dog's way to start friendly interaction.
Play Bows