Dogs are man's most loyal friends. They express their emotions and needs in various ways. Among them, barking is one of the most common ways of communication for dogs. But did you know? There is a big difference between a dog barking when he is happy and barking when he is angry. Today, let’s take a closer look at the five major signs of a dog barking with joy and learn how to distinguish when they are angry.

1. Dogs are "happy" Five Signs of "Have to Bark"

1. Smiling face

When you see the corners of the dog's mouth raised and the mouth naturally open, that means they are smiling, which means they are smiling at the moment. The mood is very pleasant. This smile is a natural sign of a dog when he is happy and relaxed. In contrast, when dogs are fearful or nervous, they often keep their mouths tightly closed. Therefore, by observing the shape of a dog’s mouth, we can initially judge their emotional state.

2. Wagging tail

A dog’s tail wagging is another clear sign that they are happy. When dogs are happy, they will wag from the base of their tails, and some dogs will even wag their butts together. This kind of shaking is the dog's message of joy and closeness to its owner. Even if your dog barks energetically, as long as they approach you with their tail wagging, it means they are greeting you in a friendly way.

3. Raised voice and steady rhythm

When dogs are happy, their barks are usually high-pitched and have a steady rhythm. They make cute sounds such as "clucking" as if they are singing in their own way. When dogs are excited, their barks may become more continuous and rapid; when they are calm, they may make 1 or 2 steady sounds. These changes in sounds are ways for dogs to express their happiness.

4. Soft eyes

When dogs are happy, their eyes will become soft, they may even squint, and their ears may fall down. This soft expression is a natural expression of relaxation and pleasure in dogs. On the contrary, when dogs are angry, their eyes will become stiff and fierce, as if they have turned into wild animals. Therefore, by observing the eyes of dogs, we can more accurately judge their emotional state.

5. Relaxed body posture

When dogs are happy, their body posture will also become relaxed and natural. They may sway easily or even jump. This relaxed posture is a natural expression of when a dog is happy. On the contrary, when dogs are angry, their bodies will become stiff, their muscles will tighten, and they may even make aggressive movements. Therefore, by observing the body posture of dogs, we can also judge their emotional state.

2. How to distinguish dogs How dogs behave when they are angry

After understanding how dogs behave when they are happy, let’s take a look at how to distinguish how they behave when they are angry.

First of all, when dogs are angry, their expressions will become fierce and scary. The nose will frown and the teeth will appear, as if ready to attack. This expression is in sharp contrast to the soft expression when happy.

Secondly, when a dog is angry, his ears will stand up and tilt forward. This is what they do to intimidate each other. The posture of the ears when angry is more tense and alert than when the ears are down when happy.

The hair on a dog’s back will stand up when he is angry. This is a sign that their muscles are stiff and their hairs stand on end due to tension or anger. This physical reaction is completely different from the relaxed and natural posture when you are happy.

We can also judge whether dogs are angry by observing their behavior. An angry dog ​​may behave aggressively, such as barking, biting, etc. Happy dogs usually show friendly and approachable behaviors, such as wagging their tails, licking people, etc.

3. Common scenarios in which dogs “bark with joy”

After understanding how dogs behave when they are happy and angry, let’s take a look at the scenarios in which dogs are easy to see. The behavior of a dog "barking with joy".

First of all, when dogs see a treat ahead, they may bark out of anticipation and excitement. This kind of cry usually means that they want to get a snack, or they are curious and happy about the food in front of them.

Secondly, when dogs are playing, they may also bark out of excitement and happiness. This bark is usually cheerful and expresses the dog's love and enjoyment of the game.

In these scenarios, we need to combine the dog’s other behaviors to comprehensively judge their emotional state. If your dog barks while also showing friendly behaviors such as tail wagging and licking, they are probably happily expressing their emotions. And if your dog's barking is accompanied by a fierce expression and aggressive movements, then they may be angry or feeling threatened.

Summary

Dogs are very sensitive and emotional animals, and they use various ways to express their emotions and needs. As owners, we need to accurately judge the emotional state of dogs by observing their expressions, sounds and behaviors, and provide appropriate responses and care in a timely manner.

By understanding how dogs behave when they are happy and angry, as well as common scenarios, we can better communicate and interact with them, and build a closer and more harmonious relationship. At the same time, we also need to continue to learn and explore to better understand the inner world of dogs, so that they can live a happier and happier life with us.