Dog Behavior & Training Glossary
Dog behavior can be confusing, especially when the same behavior gets described ten different ways online. Search by term, category, or the signs you are seeing.
3 terms found
Leash and Walking
Leash Pulling
Leash pulling is forward, sideways, or backward pressure that keeps the leash tight or moves the handler.
FixatingForging AheadIgnoring Direction Changes
Canine Communication
Lip Licking
Lip licking is a quick tongue movement that may appear with stress, anticipation, uncertainty, or social pressure.
AvoidanceHead TurningPanting
Leash and Movement
Lunging
A sudden forward movement toward a person, dog, object, sound, or other trigger.
BarkingFixationRapid Forward Movement