Most dogs will never bite but it's important to remember that any dog *can* bite regardless of breed or type. It's
#DogBitePrevention week—a great time to test your knowledge of dog body language. Remember, checking a dog's eyes, ears, mouth, tail and posture can help you learn more about how it's feeling. 🐶
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Happy and relaxed dogs keep their eyes and ears soft and their posture relaxed. Their tails may be low or wagging and they typically keep their weight evenly distributed.
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Alert dogs keep their eyes focused, their ears forward and may make direct eye contact. Their body can be tense and they may lean forward.
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Nervous dogs avoid eye contact, flatten their ears and frequently lick their lips. They may lean away or expose their bellies to the person or situation they're nervous about.
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Fearful dogs may furrow their brows or flatten their ears. Typically their mouths are tense and they may cower to look smaller or freeze in place.
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Aggressive dogs often stare, wrinkle their nos...