A dog can tell a lot about another dog just by looking at him and noting what the different parts of his body are doing that what we call doggie language.
Eyes
Direct eye contact means a dog is feeling bold and confident
Casual eye contact means he’s contented
An averted gaze means deference
Dilated pupils indicate fear
Ears
Relaxed ears mean that a dog is calm
Erect ears show that a dog is alert and attentive
Ears that are up and forward mean a dog is challenging or being assertive
Ears that are laid back indicate that a dog is worried or scared
Body Movements
Pawing is an appeasing gesture
Licking another dog’s face is an invitation to play or a sign of deference
Play-bowing (front legs extended, rump up, tail wagging) is an invitation to play and a sign of happiness
Draping the head over another dog’s shoulders is a sign of boldness
Freezing in place means a dog is frightened
Rubbing or leaning against another dog is a companionable gesture
Mouth and Lips
Panting means that a dog is feeling playful or excited, or maybe he’s just hot
A dog with the mouth and lips closed is uncertain or appeasing
Licking the lips is a sign a dog is worried or is being appeasing
A relaxed mouth means a dog is calm
Lips pulled back are a challenging or warning sign
Hackles (the hair on the shoulders and hips)
Raised hackles indicate arousal, either because a dog is frightened or is challenging another dog
Smooth hackles show a dog is calm
Tail
A relaxed tail means a dog is calm and at ease
Tail held straight out, wagging rhythmically and slowly, means that a dog is cautious or on guard
Tail down indicates worry or uncertainty
Tail held up and wagging fast indicates excitement
An erect tail is a sign of alertness
A tail between the legs is a sign of fear
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