Posturing and freezing are the bad subtle signs. This can include hard stares, closed mouth and most of their weight on their front legs. Depending on the breed this may occur at 20 feet away or just a few inches. The lip snarls and noise come after these signs (sometimes). Dogs may learn to skip the growls and lip lifts and go straight in to an attack. As dogs fight, they learn how to do it better. That's why it's important to address these issues very soon.
very nice video!! Would have loved more narration as they started to really play. What to watch for during play like pinning, stiffness etc. or signs of stress. I find most people don't know what to watch for once the play begins - they think it's all good now but play could easily escalate and turn into aggression right?
@NSDTR1 - I will add some more narration around the play part. Yes, you are correct. Once dogs start to play you need to watch for a fight. I actually missed the small snark they had during play. Good insight!
I'd love to hear the additional play narration, too, when it's available. :)
Would you comment about the bully's tucked tail during play? (Also, where does the small snark occur?)
Thanks for these videos...I'm watching all your body language, play group, and dog/dog intro videos now, I hope you continue to create more...the narration and slow-motion are great additions, too. Thanks.
Posturing and freezing are the bad subtle signs. This can include hard stares, closed mouth and most of their weight on their front legs. Depending on the breed this may occur at 20 feet away or just a few inches. The lip snarls and noise come after these signs (sometimes). Dogs may learn to skip the growls and lip lifts and go straight in to an attack. As dogs fight, they learn how to do it better. That's why it's important to address these issues very soon.
KCDogguy 5 months ago
What are the bad signs you do not want to see when two dogs are meeting?
orlandobabe 5 months ago
Wonderful video, very helpful!
MsZoraZ 6 months ago
my new dog barks as soon as i try to introduce her with my old dog to any tips?
Andrew27851 1 year ago
very nice video!! Would have loved more narration as they started to really play. What to watch for during play like pinning, stiffness etc. or signs of stress. I find most people don't know what to watch for once the play begins - they think it's all good now but play could easily escalate and turn into aggression right?
NSDTR1 1 year ago
@NSDTR1 - I will add some more narration around the play part. Yes, you are correct. Once dogs start to play you need to watch for a fight. I actually missed the small snark they had during play. Good insight!
KCDogguy 1 year ago
I'd love to hear the additional play narration, too, when it's available. :)
Would you comment about the bully's tucked tail during play? (Also, where does the small snark occur?)
Thanks for these videos...I'm watching all your body language, play group, and dog/dog intro videos now, I hope you continue to create more...the narration and slow-motion are great additions, too. Thanks.
pidpot 11 months ago