What some of these tail waggings might mean to us:
WELCOME HOME: Broad, medium to fast sweeping motions. The happier he is, the faster his tail wags.
CURIOSITY: Mostly horizontal but not stiff. This wag signals, "I am interested, I would like to get to know you, but I am not challenging you or being aggressive."
A CHALLENGE: When the tail is fully horizontal, a duel is offered up to another dog or human.
LEADER OF THE PACK: The tail is held up and over his back.
RELAXED: The tail is lowered, but not between the legs.
IN FEAR FOR HIS LIFE: The tail is dropped completely between his legs and he is shaking. (SAD!)
TOP DOG: Tail up but not vertical lets you know he is confident and in control.
CONFUSION: Slow wagging signifies confusion over whether he is encountering a friend or foe.
AGGRESSION: A bristling tail signifies aggressive intent. (Stay away!)
DON'T MESS WITH ME: The tail is held high and stiff and wagging fast.
(borrowed from The Dog Lover's Daily Companion)
and...........adding from my own dog's experience.....(especially adept at these wags is our lab!)
I LOVE IT WHEN YOU TALK SWEETLY TO ME: Tail thumps on ground or wags gently in circles.
I LOVE IT WHEN YOU SAY 'TREAT': Definite wild tail wagging in circles practically making their rump follow.
I LOVE YOU AND PLAY WITH ME: Entire backside moves left and right with tail, enough to knock a wine glass clear off the coffee table!!
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