Dogs have a number of ways of telling you that they're feeling stressed.Dogs have a number of ways of telling you that they're feeling stressed.
Dogs have a number of ways of telling you that they're feeling stressed.

Is My Dog Anxious? 10 signs that your adorable dog is feeling stressed - including drooling and panting 🐕

With demand for pups continuing to rocket post-pandemic, there are many new owners that may not be aware of all the complexities of canine behaviour.

By David Hepburn
Published 22nd Sep 2022, 10:41 BST
Updated 12th Apr 2024, 14:47 BST

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If you’ve been thinking about getting a new dog then you’re not alone – Kennel Club figures show that the number of people looking for puppies surged by around eight per cent since the start of the global pandemic.

There are 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your family’s latest four-legged addition – whether you want a large dog, family-friendly dog, or crossbreed.

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No matter what type of dog you choose to welcome into your home though, you'll be hoping to have a happy and contented pet.

And, while pooches can’t say ‘I’m stressed’ out loud, they have numerous types of behaviour to let you know.

Here are 10 things your dog does that mean they are anxious.

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Barking can just mean your dog is trying to get your attention or warn you of a perceived threat. Constant barking for no reason can be a sign of anxiety, particularly combined with whining the dog seems to be powerless to stop.

1. Barking and whining

Barking can just mean your dog is trying to get your attention or warn you of a perceived threat. Constant barking for no reason can be a sign of anxiety, particularly combined with whining the dog seems to be powerless to stop. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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Pinned back ears can be a sign of stress, but also of feeling sad. As you get to know your dog you'll be able to work out exactly what this gesture means.

2. Pinned back ears

Pinned back ears can be a sign of stress, but also of feeling sad. As you get to know your dog you'll be able to work out exactly what this gesture means. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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We often think of growling as being a sign of aggression in dogs - but that's not always the case. A growl just means that your pup is feeling uncomfortable, which can include being stressed. Rather than encouraging your dog not to growl, treat it as a symptom, work out the cause and rectify it.

3. Growling

We often think of growling as being a sign of aggression in dogs - but that's not always the case. A growl just means that your pup is feeling uncomfortable, which can include being stressed. Rather than encouraging your dog not to growl, treat it as a symptom, work out the cause and rectify it. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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A dog's tail can tell you lots about how they are feeling - raised high and wagging means they are happy, drooping and lifeless points to a less contented and more stressed pooch.

4. Tail between the legs

A dog's tail can tell you lots about how they are feeling - raised high and wagging means they are happy, drooping and lifeless points to a less contented and more stressed pooch. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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