"Skinny dog" is usually used to describe a person who is dishonest, cheating or misbehaving. Swearing someone with "skinny dog" is an impolite and disrespectful way, and may imply that the person being scolded has some bad qualities or behavior.

Such calls may make people feel insulted or offended, and inappropriate language used in communication can also easily lead to conflicts and unhappiness. In communication, we should try to avoid using insulting or offensive words, and instead use a more rational and constructive way to express our opinions and ideas.