I thought this might be a good topic to start or even make into
a sticky. Calming Signals - Dogs use these signals as soon as
there is anything to calm down. Often signals come in quick
movements and you have to really look to see them. By experience
you will learn to see them, just as other dogs see them, even
other animals, like cats. All it takes is a little patience and
practice. Just imagine being able to travel the world and
everywhere you go you speak the same language! No matter what
size/sex/breed/color/shape all dogs inherited this language.
Dogs and Wolves have strong instincts for conflict solving,
communication and cooperation. Listed below are examples of
calming signals: 1. Turning of the head - This can be swift,
turning the head to the side and back, or held to the side. This
is a sign the dog is not comfortable. Examples of this are often
seen: His head may turn if you stoop over him, or if another dog
approaches him too fast, or if she finds a camera being pointed
in her direction scary. Yo