Long, short, curled or straight, the dog’s tail is an indicator of how it feels. So, tail wagging is significant when it comes to understanding dogs.
Tail wagging is an instinctive behavior that develops between 3 and 4 weeks of age, depending on the breed, and is one of your dog’s main methods of communication with other dogs and people. While it is commonly believed that dogs wag their tails to show they are happy, it can be for other reasons as well, such as nervousness and excitement.
Natural position, no wiggle
This position indicates relaxation in your dog. Curly-tailed breeds such as Samoyeds nestle on their back in the natural position.
Tail erect, wagging
It means that your dog can be very excited for various reasons, for example, the arrival of a visitor or because they saw a squirrel.
Backwards and with a smooth movement
This type of wagging says that your dog is especially curious about a strange object or creature that they’ve never seen before.
Tail between the legs
Indicates that you may need a little space as you feel nervous or scared.
Big wiggles
A big carefree wiggle is the best kind of movement, as it actually indicates a happy dog! This can also be accompanied by a whole body movement that says your dog is extremely happy and ready to interact with you.
Vertical tail
If its tail is stiff, be careful as it may indicate aggression. It’s usually best to give them as much space as possible and wait for them to calm down before interacting with them.
Now you know why dogs wag their tails! WAIT! Before you go, here’s a recommended article! Why is my dog barking a lot?
