Dog behaviours explained

By Money Matters Team 16/12/2015

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In order to really understand what your dog is trying to tell you, it's important to observe their body language and listen to the noises they make.

You may think you know exactly what your dog is saying by wagging its tail, for example. But were you aware that this can signify a number of feelings - from excited, playful or attentive, to apprehensive and even slightly nervous?

Our visual guide offers an overview of some common dog behaviours and expressions, to help you understand what exactly your dog is trying to communicate.

Prefer cats to dogs? Check out our fun visual guide to cat behaviour. And for more helpful pet tips, why not check out our pet tools and guides page?

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