Stepping Forward on Their Hind Legs
Gazing into a dog’s eyes and feeling so close to the creature yet having no idea what it’s thinking is one of humanity’s greatest frustrations. Is that a smile? It’s just like the first thing you wonder with a new infant, with all the hurting, loving urgency: Is that a first smile? Or is it more gas? Except that with a dog, the questions go on forever.
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When your dog stands on his hind legs, it might signal a variety of things. One of these is a romantic gesture. They, like people, occasionally just want to embrace you. However, if they stand up on their hind legs while engaging with other dogs, it might indicate that they’re having a good time. If they aren’t snarling or acting violently, this is merely their way of playing.