Dog owner shows mistakes when petting - and how to do it correctly. Pay attention to dog body language.
If you want to approach a four-legged friend, show him your friendly intentions by moving slowly and calmly. Avoid towering over the dog or harassing him from above, as this can be perceived as threatening. If he withdraws, stiffens, or shows signs of discomfort, it is likely to be respectful to be petted. You can find the most important appeasement signals from dogs here. Find out more about our AI language optimization principles here.