Dog Behavior
High
and stiff: Experiencing alert
or agitated.
Low
and slow: Insecure, uncertain,
or anxious.
Quick
and fast: cheerful and enthusiastic
Barking
Re:
(repeat) + PEAT sounding this
out loud and alerting to warn
Moaning
is, of course simply seeking
attention or showing discomfort.
Howl: Talk
to others or show your loneliness.
Body
Posture
At
ease and chill: Content.
Fearful
+ Stiff = Aggressive.
Cowering: in the submissive, frightened position.
Licking
Licks
On Your Face: Love orSurrender.
Licking
paws: Indication of boredom,
anxiety, or medical matter.
Cat
Behavior
Purring
Often it is a sign of
satisfaction, while in some cases there may be an indication of pain or stress.
Kneading
A symbol of relaxation and
happiness - which is how kittens sleep.
Hissing
and Growling
Fear, aggression, or discomfort
Tail Position
Up
and up: Positive with a high
sense of confidence
Tail
low and tucked between hind legs: Scared
or submissive
Inflated: Scared/Perturbed
Slow
Blinking
Sign
of trust and affection. Slowblinking back can help mimic to bond.
Small
Pets (Rabbits, Guinea Pigs...etc)
Teeth
Chattering
Hard
Acceleration: Anxiety,
Displacement
Soft
and slow: Contentment.
Thumping
Rabbits will thump their hind
legs when they're alarmed or given a warning.
Hiding
Common for small animals to show
fear or seek safety.
OverallTips for Interpreting Animal Behavior
Observe
Regularly
Spending time watching the way
that your pet normally behaves, will help you to determine if there have been
any changes or behaviors which can be a sign of health or emotional issues.
Provide
Enrichment
Prevents Boredom &
Behavioral Issues By Keeping Them Mentally and Physically Stimulated
Body
Language - Learn & Respect it
If you have an understanding of
your pet and know how to recognize his signals then a lot of confusion can be
cleared, and fewer accidents would take place making the relationship
enjoyable.
Consistent
training and reinforcements assist pets to apprehend expectations and relieve
tension.
Health Check-ups
Behavior
changes should never go undetected because of regular vet check-ups.
Books and Other
Materials
For Dogs
" The particular wrap up of the chain" by Patricia McConnell,
"Decoding
your dog" as explained by the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists.
For Cats
“Think
Like a Cat” by Pam Johnson-Bennett,
“Cat
Sense” John Bradshaw.
Rabbit
Behavior, Health, and Care by Marit Emilie Buseth,
Guinea
Piglopaedia by Margaret Elward & Mette Rueløkke.
It
will take patience and an open mind to understand pet behaviors. Every pet is
unique thus being keen on its signals and behaviors will promote strong
positive relationships.
Dog Tail Wagging: describes how a dog is feeling emotionally. A rapid and broad wag often means that the dog is excited whereas a slow, low wag may be an indication of anxiety or doubt
Cat Purring: noise made by cats to show happiness but can happen when the cat is stressed out or in pain.
Dog Barking: A verbal sound made by dogs for communication purposes. On the other hand, repeated and loud barking mostly serves as an alert or warning while whining usually demands attention or shows discomfort.
Cat Slow Blinking: Trust and affection are expressed through this unspoken language. Cats do this when they’re relaxed and pose no threat.
Small Pet Hiding: Behaviors seen in small animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs that indicate fear or desire for safety.
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