{"id":2071,"date":"2026-02-19T10:35:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T09:35:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pomsdelalezardiere.fr\/the-dogs-language\/knowing-how-to-interpret-dog-codes\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T16:23:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T15:23:17","slug":"knowing-how-to-interpret-dog-codes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pomsdelalezardiere.fr\/en\/at-home\/the-dogs-language\/knowing-how-to-interpret-dog-codes\/","title":{"rendered":"Knowing how to interpret dog codes"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Dog language<\/h2>\n

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Author : 2011 Lili Chin \u2013 doggiedrawings.net<\/p>\n

French translation : Nancy Tucker, CPDT-KA<\/p>\n

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I \u2013 Signals of appeasement :<\/h2>\n

They can be addressed to a fellow canine, a human or another animal.<\/p>\n

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Author : Lili Chin \u2013 doggiedrawings.net<\/p>\n

French translation : Sylvie Dupont, dog instructor, Dog d\u00e9clic<\/p>\n

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1- Yawn<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

This does not mean that he is bored, but that he is uncomfortable.<\/p>\n

It can also mean impatience, as when the leash is taken out for a walk and the dog yawns to show his joy and expectation.<\/p>\n

This can also happen when the dog wakes up from stretching, or at bedtime when it is tired.<\/p>\n

2 \u2013 Turn his head away<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

The dog doesn\u2019t want conflict.<\/p>\n

3 \u2013 Turn his back on an individual<\/b> (dog or human):<\/h3>\n

The dog doesn\u2019t want conflict.<\/p>\n

4 \u2013 Sitting with his or her back to someone<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

The dog doesn\u2019t want conflict.<\/p>\n

5 \u2013 Timidly lick the nose with small movements<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

Signals to the other individual that they are coming in peace.<\/p>\n

6 \u2013 Squint his eyes with small blinks<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

The dog is in the process of calming down.<\/p>\n

7 \u2013 Wagging his tail<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

This has different meanings depending on the context:<\/p>\n

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  1. Under the belly the dog is frightened.<\/li>\n
  2. Downwards in small movements the dog analyses the situation (often during a dog meeting) or tries to calm down a situation (if he is scolded by his owner for example).<\/li>\n
  3. On the back in full movement the dog is friendly and wants to play.<\/li>\n
  4. Right on the upper back beating with small jerky movements the dog is upset.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    8 \u2013 Freezes, round back and flattens with ears back, tail under belly:<\/b><\/h3>\n

    He is scared. He may also bark or squeak.<\/p>\n

    <\/b>9 \u2013 Run away<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    He is scared. Never prevent a dog from running away, especially if it has used all its other signals beforehand.<\/p>\n

    In this case, a leash or lanyard may be used to secure the dog, and you and the dog should move away from the area or individual that is causing the panic.<\/p>\n

    Take his mind off things by talking to him to get his attention, change his environment and relax him with a walk or a game.<\/p>\n

    10 \u2013 Sitting with one leg up<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog doesn\u2019t want conflict.<\/p>\n

    11 \u2013 Ignore the other dog by sniffing the ground and voluntarily turning his head and body away<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog does not want conflict or prefers to avoid contact.<\/p>\n

    He may need space.<\/p>\n

    12 \u2013 Approaching a conspecific by making a curve and wriggling<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    Signals to the other dog that he comes in peace.<\/p>\n

    13 \u2013 Throws himself on his back and comes to rest with his tail between his legs<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog shows his fellow dog that he does not want trouble and accepts his authority.<\/p>\n

    14 \u2013 Raising the ears and bristling the hair<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    Beware of the individual who arrives. Other signals can be derived from this, depending on the attitude of the dog or the individual coming across.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=\u201d5rem\u201d][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=\u201d1\/2\u2033][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

    15 \u2013 Playing position<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog leaves its buttocks in the air while it extends its front legs on the ground. It can also express an invitation to play by barking. His mouth is open and his tongue is hanging out, play mode on.<\/p>\n

    16 \u2013 Lie on your back in a relaxed position<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog may be waiting to be petted, or may be in a sleeping position.<\/p>\n

    17 \u2013 Sitting like a \u201ccute dog\u201d, ears back and sad cocker spaniel eyes<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog expects something from its owner. Tasty treats, petting\u2026<\/p>\n

    18 \u2013 Standing with ears pricked and looking away<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog is alert, has heard or seen something and is waiting to analyse it in order to adopt the appropriate attitude.<\/p>\n

    19 \u2013 Teeth showing to the tip of the muzzle as if smiling<\/b> :<\/h3>\n

    The dog is happy.<\/p>\n

    20 \u2013 Stretches, sighs as he lies down<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

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    21 \u2013 Wiggles with a delighted look, either because he is playing or being scratched<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog is happy.<\/p>\n

    22 \u2013 Scratching nervously<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog is not peaceful.<\/p>\n

    23 \u2013 Shake himself after a stressful situation<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog relieves stress.<\/p>\n

    24 \u2013 Head tilted to one side<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog is curious.<\/p>\n

    25 \u2013 Panting with eyes half closed, sitting or lying dow:<\/b><\/h3>\n

    The dog is relaxed.<\/p>\n

    26 \u2013 Relaxed ears and tail<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog is quiet.<\/p>\n

    27 \u2013 Lies down<\/b>:<\/h3>\n

    The dog is peaceful.<\/p>\n

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    II \u2013 The more threatening signals<\/h2>\n

    They appear if the first signals have not been heard and respected<\/b> by the other individual, whether human or canine.<\/p>\n

    It is therefore important to read the signals carefully, in order to Do not put the dog in a situation where it would become too uncomfortable.<\/b> and where his only remaining resource would therefore be theaggressiveness<\/b>.<\/p>\n

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    1 \u2013 Exposed teeth, snarling, bristling hair, tail raised over the back:<\/h3>\n

    The dog has sensed danger, feels threatened and\/or will attack.<\/p>\n

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    2 \u2013 Growling, warning bark, followed by an attack jump:<\/h3>\n

    A dog that has communicated properly before and has not been understood may eventually attack, either because it feels cornered and afraid, or because it feels harassed when it came in peace.<\/p>\n

    It may also have pain that causes it to turn on an individual if the individual continues to make contact despite the signals sent.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=\u201dstretch_row_content\u201d][vc_column][vc_single_image image=\u201d1509\u2033 img_size=\u201dlarge\u201d alignment=\u201dcenter\u201d onclick=\u201dlink_image\u201d][vc_empty_space height=\u201d3rem\u201d][vc_column_text el_class=\u201drow-align-center\u201d]<\/p>\n

    Source : Shepherd,K. (2009). Ladder of agression.
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