Why do dogs have tails?

Question

Like what is the purpose other than show emotions?

Answer 1

It can serve to help keep balance. When you walk on a narrow beam you use your arms outstretched to keep your balance. Dogs can use their tail for the same purpose. Watch a dog when it makes a quick turn (like chasing another dog). If the dog makes a quick left turn the tail will go to the right to help keep the dog balanced.

Answer 2

well not alotof females dogs does have tails some of them can have shorty tails .but iam not sire why they do have tails ? cause my dog she is a small little dog doesnt have a long tail she has a gently and tiny size tail that you couldnt even see if she has one . her tail had cutted off when she was little puppy.

Answer 3

They use their tails to communicate with each other. since dogs cannot talk they use their tail, and form of posture to do their talking.

Answer 4

Why ask only about dogs? What about cats, geckos, elephants, giraffes, mice, fish, etc. Would seem to be a very useful evolutionary appendage.

Answer 5

2 things:
Physically, it helps get balance when running, turining etc !!
It can even chase away flies [this is a guess]

Mentally, it is to show emotions ..

For female dogs,
they use it to protect themselves if it is being attacked by a male dog etc ..

Answer 6

Balance?Vanity in my dog's case, too. And it's a really handy coffee table clearer.

Answer 7

balance when running, all animals with long tails are used for balance.

Answer 8

Why do human beings don't have tail ?

Answer 9

To knock things off the tables.LOL

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Answer 10

I would guess for balance and to fan their scent out.