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Dogs' ability to move their ears is different among each breed. In addition, some ears move very little if they are artificially altered or cropped by humans. [4] Ears erect or slightly forward – signals attention or alertness. [1]: 130 Ears pulled back flat against the head, teeth bared – signals an anxious dog that will defend itself.
Ear positions are similar to head positions with respect to the feelings they display. Ears that are upright and facing forward indicate dominance or aggression, while ears that are pulled back and facing downward indicate fear or submission. [12] Unfortunately, not all dogs are able to communicate with their ears.
The Basset Hound's ears are extremely long drop ears. Dogs' ears come in a variety of sizes, shapes, lengths, positions on the head, and amounts and types of droop. Every variation has a term, including: Bat ear: Erect, broad next to the head and rounded at the tip, such as the ears on a Chihuahua or a French Bulldog.
8. Corgi. The corgi—aka, everyone’s favorite short-legged pup—is one of the most recognizable dogs with pointy ears. Beloved by Queen Elizabeth II, these dogs have been favored by the kings ...
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There is no precise definition of 'spitz' but typically most spitz breeds have pricked ears, almond shaped eyes, a pointed muzzle, a double coat, and a tail that curves over the back. [2] The exact origins of spitz dogs remain unknown, though most of the spitzes seen today originate from the Arctic region or from Siberia.
A dog-eared page. A dog ear is a folded down corner of a book page. The name refers to the ears of many breeds of domestic dog flapping over. [1] A dog ear can serve as a bookmark. Dog-earing is also commonly used to mark a section or phrase in a book that one finds to be important or of personal meaning.
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