A Dog’s Language

Sometimes we expect a bit too much from our canine friends. It’s important to remember that they are not born understanding English. Their language is comprised of body posture, ear twitches, tail carriage, and eye movement. Dogs send you messages every moment you’re together and you don’t understand them any better than they understand you.

Learning to communicate with your dog and to read your dog’s messages to you can greatly improve your relationship with and your enjoyment in having a dog. The best way to accomplish that?  Consider attending a quality doggy training class that uses dog-friendly, humane training methods and have a ball!

Free Behavior Help Line!

  • Pet Peeves: Barking
  • Summer Time Pet Safety Tips
  • Traveling By Car
  • Teach Your Dog What to Chew (and What Not to Chew)
  • Notice Any Strange Behavior? Don't Wait!
  • How to Clean Muddy Dog Paws
  • Microchipping
  • Housetraining or ?
  • Vacation Options
  • Adjustment Assistance with a New Pet
  • How Smart is Your Dog?
  • Cabin Fever
  • Stop Your Puppy or Kitten from Nipping
  • Training Puppies and Kittens
  • Leash Wear
  • Stop Playtime Biting and Scratching
  • Stray No More
  • Notice Any Strange Behavior?
  • Spring "Candy"
  • Out the Window
  • Training is the Way
  • My Dog's Smarter Than Yours!
  • A Spoonful of _____ Can Help the Medicine Go Down
  • Beware the "Quick Fix"
  • Kindness Counts
  • Home Alone Blues
  • Successful Cleaning to Remove Pet Odors and Stains
  • Territorial Marking Behavior In Dogs And Cats
  • Nice to Meet You!
  • A Dog's Language
  • Chewing and Destructive Behavior in Dogs
  • Healthy Play
  • What is "Positive" Dog Training?
  • Scaredy Dog?
  • Prevent Bad Behavior
  • Get to Know Your Dog


  •  

    All active news articles



    Double My Gift!Crain's 2009 Best-Managed NonProfit Finalist2010 MHS Mega March for AnimalsMHS Certified, Pre-Owned Cats

     

    Powered By Convio

    Home  |  Contact us  |  Careers  |  Locations & Hours  |  Tell a Friend  |  Search Site  |  Print This Page  
    Terms of Use  |  Privacy Policy  |   Log In

    Michigan Humane Society PartnersMichigan Humane Society PartnersMichigan Humane Society Partners