The language of a dog’s tail: lift, clamp and swing speed
Swinging faster is not necessarily happier.
A tail held high and wagging quickly and slowly usually indicates high excitement or alertness, not necessarily friendliness; a tail held between the legs indicates fear or obedience; a natural high, large and slow wagging is a relaxed state.
The resting position of the tail is affected by the breed. Shiba Inu and Husky are born with curly or high tails, so it needs to be judged by relative position rather than absolute height. The focus of observation is the change of the tail relative to its usual position.
In a social scene, a dog with a stiff tail held high and a body leaning forward is a high-risk signal. At this time, you should keep your distance and avoid approaching from the front.
Tail-docked breeds (such as some Corgis and Dobermans) lack this set of signals and are easily misread during dog socialization. Owners need to take more active control of the situation.
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