16 signs to help you better understand your dog

The dog puts its head on your leg

When your dog puts his head on your leg it’s a sign that he’s looking for your attention and trying to get you to understand that he needs you. If the dog touches your hand with his nose, it means that he wants you to caress him.

The dog puts his hand on your leg

If the dog puts one of its hands on you with a smug look in the eyes it is a sign that it wants to express dominance. In this situation, dog trainers recommend looking at the dog with his eyes and gently lowering his hand back into place.

The dog raises one hand

This pose indicates that the dog is trying to ask you something. He may be hungry, or just want to play. Some dogs, especially watchdogs and hunters, do this when they notice unusual or curious activity, such as when they see a cat or other animal from afar.

The dog turns its back on you

When the dog turns its back on you, it means that it trusts you 100 percent.

The dog shakes

Everyone knows that dogs shake off when they are wet, but when the dog shakes up in other situations it is a sign that it is trying to soothe its tension and stress.