Ever wish your dog could speak to you when they’re upset? Or your cat could send a ‘”leave me alone” emoji?🙄If they do so, what you need to do is just run.🤣
Well, they might not speak human, but they are always communicating with us! To become more professional dads or moms for these babies, we need to learn hoe to read their body language!😎
Let’s break it down in a fun, short and simple way so you can understand what your fur babies are really trying to say.🐶🐱
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Our Fur Babies' Body Languages

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Dog Body Language: What's Your Pup Really Saying?🐶

Tail
- Tail wagging fast at mid-height position = Happy and relaxed
- Tail become stiff, wagging slowly at high position = Alert or unsure
- Tail tucked between legs = Scared or submissive

Ears
- Ears up and relaxed = Calm and curious
- Ears pinned back = Nervous, anxious or submissive

Eyes
- Whale eyes (Showing eye whites) = Feeling threatened or anxious

Other Movements
- Play bow (front leg stretched, butt up) = Playful and friendly
- Licking lips, Yawning = Stressed, uncomfortable or tired
- Panting when not hot or tired = Could be stress or pain
- Hair standing up (hackles raised) = Feeling defensive or scared
- Growling or Showing teeth = Warning (Back off! They will bite)
- Tail up and its tail tip is twitching = Happy, Confident greeting
- Tail low or tucked = Scared or unsure
- Tail flicking or thumping = Irritated or overstimulated
- Ears forward = Alert, Interested
- Ears sideways or back = Nervous or annoyed
- Eyes blinking slowly = Relaxed and trusts you
- Purring = Often happy, but also happen when sick or anxious (depends on the situation)
- Body arched back with fur puffed = Scared, defensive
- Flat body, Ears pinned, Hissing or Growling = very threatened (Back Away! It will bite!)
- Kneading with paws = Feeling safe and content
- Hiding = Nervous, unwell, or needs alone time
Cat Body Language: Translate Your Kitty's Feelings🐱

Tail

Ears

Eyes

Other Movements
Let's Be A Dogs & Cats Translator
Understanding your pet’s body language is important as it helps to build trust and strengthen your bond with your fur babies.😍
So next time you catch your pet giving you “a look”, you’ll know exactly what is the message behind their moves. Who needs words when you speak fluent tail wags and ear flicks?😉
Want to give more love to your pets?❤️Let’s join our EasyParcel family, buy more pet supplies to make your fur babies happier and try our On-Demand Delivery to ship it here.
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