Dogs are masters at expressing emotion without saying a word. When they’re truly happy, you can see it in their bodies, their eyes, their tails, even their zoomies. Every wiggle, bounce, and cuddle means something, and if you know what to look for, their joy is easy to spot. Over the years, I’ve learned that each pup has their own way of showing happiness, whether it’s a goofy grin or a little hop of excitement when you walk in the room.

They Do Full-Body Wiggles

When your dog is over-the-moon happy, their whole body gets involved. You’ll see their rear end shake, tail wag in wide loops, and sometimes they’ll wiggle so much they nearly fall over. This kind of enthusiastic greeting usually means they’re thrilled to see you or just super excited about something fun. It’s not just the tail,

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