Bet your dog knows the meaning of several words, your cat many more than she will acknowledge. Our pets can also know our meaning by the tone of our voice or how loud we yell.

Did you know animals and their owners communicate with another language? Body language can be read loud and clear, even if it is subtle and brief. Humans give their pets unintentional messages by using a can opener, picking up car keys, or putting on running shoes.

Our show dogs are trained to move their feet or look a certain direction when I move my hand or shift my feet.

Dogs will tell us how they feel by the position of their ears or tail. Cat tail waving rapidly and stiffly means you had better back off. Dog tail wagging vigorously, get ready for a happy greeting.  Dogs ears held high and pointed forward means interest, see laid back ears, and you have frightened your friend.  Some cats will sit and stare at their owners when they are hungry. The same signal from your hound probably means a trip to the back yard.

Dogs talk to other K-9’s in several ways. They invite a chase by standing sideways and looking from their companion to a distant area. Puppies will use a movement called a “play bow” when interested in a romp.

Dogs and cats use their paws to retrieve food or beg for attention from their owners.

Want to see your dog look confused or curious ? Get down on their level, stick out your tongue and pant loudly. Can you sense what she thinks about that?

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