2006-12-28 21:04:19 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
You have a dog that has become insecure for some reason or another. Don't coddle this further encourages this behaviour until he is scared of everything. When petting him pick up his tail to the position it used to be in before he started this behaviour. Don't hold it there just keep pushing it up while petting him kind of like you were petting the underside of his tail. This will boost his "self esteem" and make him feel better about being him. This is more of a psychological treatment rather than a physical one.
2006-12-29 00:30:15 · answer #1 · answered by crested_love 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dog Keeps Tail Tucked
2017-01-09 20:39:26 · answer #2 · answered by friedt 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a few reasons dogs will keep their tails tucked between their legs, but most commonly the behavior is a response to pain or discomfort. Many dogs are prone to back or hip pain, for example. Raising the tail can place pressure against these sore areas, so the dog keeps it tucked under. Dogs will also keep their tails tucked because of emotional distress. When they are depressed, frustrated, stressed, or afraid, they may tuck their tails to demonstrate their emotions. Stressful changes in a dog's home environment could cause these emotional responses. Talk to your veterinarian about the change in your dog's behavior. He or she can check for physical problems that may be causing your dog discomfort, as well as investigating emotional and other causes
2006-12-28 21:28:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
you're dog is probably showing that it's roll in the "pack" is that of a submissive one. think about anything that may have changed. if you started a training regiment, gotten on to him for something he did wrong, etc. also, it may have to do with the breed and the age. if the dog was a puppy and has now gotten older and bigger then the tail may carry more weight or has lost some of its "curl". check to make sure it's not tender to the touch or warm. the third and final option could be that he had an accident and hurt his tail and is now guarding it to help with healing or making sure it doesn't get hurt again.
2006-12-28 21:11:26 · answer #4 · answered by Mama Re-Re 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
He/she could be embarrassed by something or not too happy. Dogs can become depressed, be in pain.. have hurt or aching bodies.. how do the eyes look?
Just take a good look into the eyes and the face of your dog when it is just "being"..
Happy dog... feeling good .. the eyes will sparkle..
Something wrong? it will show in the eyes as well as body language.
GOOD LUCK
2006-12-28 21:12:56 · answer #5 · answered by H.O.T. Dog 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It's showing signs of a fear complex.
Best Advice is for you to remain Calm Assertive.
Let your dog know that you are in charge and nothing will happen to it whilst your there. Only way this can happen is by you taking the Alpha role in your relationship with dog.
2006-12-29 01:08:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your dog may be showing a sign of submission, or it could also indicate not feeling well, or in pain. Does your dog behave the way it used to? Eating well? Playing? If not, a vet visit would be in order.
2006-12-28 21:18:38 · answer #7 · answered by bakfanlin 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is something wrong with his health, Probably he has gone hurt, Consult to a Dogs Doctor.
2006-12-28 22:03:31 · answer #8 · answered by AVANISH JI 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i guess u are intimidating him , if you have a handler check out if he isnt beating the dog. Sometimes the bone in the tail break too.
2006-12-30 16:00:48 · answer #9 · answered by shubn_nandy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2006-12-29 01:07:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋