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Body Language of Fear in Dogs

Slight Cowering

Major Cowering

More Subtle Signs of Fear & Anxiety

Licking Lips

Panting

Brows Furrowed, Ears to Side

when no food nearby

when not hot or thirsty

Moving in Slow Motion

Acting Sleepy or Yawning


when they shouldnt be tired

looking in many directions

Suddenly Wont Eat

Moving Away

Pacing

walking slow on floor

but was hungry earlier

Hypervigilant

2011 Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS

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