Why understanding what dogs are telling you can keep you safe
Dogs are very aware of human emotions and most of them become upset with arguments and raised voices.
Dogs are very aware of human emotions and most of them become upset with arguments and raised voices.
Dogs very rarely “just play”. Dog play is not as simple as that. Play may be consensual, but it all too often creates arousal in both dogs. And arousal leads to escalating problems – and fights.
Somehow dogs have to try and explain how they feel. If we don’t take any notice when they ask politely and quietly, they have no option than to be more insistent. And they’ll end up shouting and screaming at us.