Photos of dogs showing common canine stress signals.
This is an easy one to see when you are looking for it. Dogs will often quickly lick their lips when they are nervous. Watch for tiny tongue flicks.
Yawning isn't necessarily a sign of boredom. Dogs often yawn when they are a bit overwhelmed by things happening to them.
Notice the whites of this dog's eyes. You often see this when a dog is nervous or anxious about something....
Doga will typically freeze when they get worried by something approaching them. Watch for these tiny freezing moments when your dog is interacting with toys, food, or people. It's a sign of stress that should be heeded!