Dogs are very loyal to their masters. They are well adapted to life in human society. And they get excited already just from the fact that they may praise and a pat on the head - this is for them one of the major awards. However, over the years, a detailed study of the behavior of wolves and dogs shows us that many of the habits that are laid on a biological level, remain unchanged.
In the language of the body is very well expressed reflex reaction. For example, the canine teeth - they will show the true intentions of the animal. When meeting a stranger, fear can manifest itself through bared teeth and bristling fur around the neck and across the back. This behavior may indicate a lack of contact with people. Simply put - it's a stray, wild dog, which initially takes every possible manifestation of attention to itself as a threat to life. Instinct of self-preservation. Obviously, this behavior seems to be more frightening in short-haired dogs, as their teeth seem even more and make people behave with maximum caution. To protect themselves, the dog has repeatedly will show your grin.
The position of "ears and a tail" can show you what a dog is thinking. For example, if your dog's ears are pulled back and pinned to the head and the tail is lowered and passed between the legs, so she is currently submits to a human or another dog.
If the dog bends the front legs and falls down to the ground, it usually means that she wants to play. It is always accompanied by a friendly wagging tail.
Towering above the other dog, while keeping your posture and standing on straight legs - shows its dominance and superiority. This often includes prance around with the frequent roar.
Instinct in dogs, and when they begin to stagnate almost the same place, before going. Some experts say that this was the habit trample down the grass to provide a soft, flat surface to sleep. Others believe that, as the dog is well developed sense of smell, they sniff the smell of enemies on the ground, poking his nose.
The hunting instinct, which lies at the genetic level, even from the moment when the dog was to get food itself can take the form of attacks on small animals such as cats, for example.
It is believed that digging the earth is a trait that comes from the instinct of the dog to dig a den, if you can not find it or have something else out.
The essence of the dogs is mainly manifested in their sense of smell. They can sniff the air to find something or to sniff out enemies that might come close. And they have excellent hearing and eyesight are very well developed.
Even despite the fact that many of the habits and instincts of dogs are more dependent on their inheritance, yet these animals are classified as one of the most intelligent of our planet. And the man plays in this case a very large role.