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Tail situation is an necessary indicator of sociable standing and intellectual aver of a dog. There volition be a great deal of variations , of class , depending on the natural tail situation of the dog: a West Highland white terrier volition carry its carrot-shaped tail higher than a golden retriever its flowing , feathery tail , and a greyhound's relaxed tail situation is pore yet.

Almost plane , pointing absent from the dog but not stiff: This is a sign of attention. It roughly translates as "Something interesting can be happening here."

Straight out horizontally , pointing absent from the dog: This is section of an basic challenge when assembly a stranger or an intruder. It roughly translates as "Let's establish who's boss here."

Tail up , between the plane and plumb position: This is the sign of a dominant dog , or one who is asserting dominance , and translates as "I'm boss here."

Tail up and slightly curved over the back: "I'm top dog , " this says. It is the expression of a self-assured , dominant dog who feels in control.

Tail held pore than the plane but placid a great deal of distance from the legs: "I'm relaxed." "All is artistically."

Tail down , close hind legs: This changes its meaning with the posture of the dog. If the legs are placid plumb and the tail slightly brushes back and forth , it means "I'm not sentiment well" or "I'm a jot miserable." If the legs are slightly endowment inward , giving a slight downward tip to the back it means "I'm sentiment a jot insecure , " particularly in an unknown setting or situation.

Tail tucked between the legs: "I'm frightened!" or "Don't hurt me!" This is particularly popular in the presence of a dominant dog or person , when it can also mean , "I accept my lowly role in the litter , and I'm not trying to challenge you.

Bristling hair down the tail: The bristle in the dog's tail is a sign of aggression. It can alter whatever tail situation. Thus , with the plumb out it means "I'm punctual to if you are!" and with the tail slightly up or over the back it means "I'm not terrified of you and volition to prove
I'm boss."

Crick or cutting bend in the tail when held high: This is extra characteristic of the dogs that see like wolves , such as the German shepherds , and means much the same as the tail bristling. It is the precursor to possible aggression.

Broad tail wag: "I like you." This is ofttimes shown during play , when one dog seems to be attacking the other , pouncing , growling , and barking. The wagging tail serves as reassurance that this is all in diversion. It also means "I'm pleased" in a great deal of contexts.

Slow tail wag , with tail at half-mast: During dog training , I interpret this as "I'm trying to understand you. I lack to recognise what you mean , but I merely can't fairly configuration it out." When the dog finally solves the problem , the celerity and size of the tail wags volition generally markedly enlarge.