Dogs are quite clever in the ways they communicate what it is they want, and no two are the same. I've had mutts and purebreds over the years, and each and every one became very adept at communicating their needs to me - some more verbal than others, but most used body language, be it a little dance, a wiggle, a leap or a wagging tail.
I have 3 Standard Poodles, too. Two 7-nearly-8 yr. olds, and a 6-month old puppy. The girls (Maddy & Lucia) are quite independent, very gregarious, and more verbal than my male, Beau, who is more reserved and rather regal with the general public, but, my silly boy when home with me. He has the most soulful eyes, and he dotes on me. The girls are flirts, love men (be they canine or human), and are prone to tease (I often have to say "now" to get across that I'm not asking, I'm telling you!). Beau only has to be asked once, and he's on it. While this is great, I can't help but be enchanted by the girls; they don't call 'em bitches for nothin'! LOL
My grandson can't figure out how I know what they want - a drink, to go outside, a treat. Each and every one has their own little way of letting me know that the water bowl needs replenishing, they have to pee, they're hungry, or, there's a FLB outside, lemme out! LOL
I have 3 Standard Poodles, too. Two 7-nearly-8 yr. olds, and a 6-month old puppy. The girls (Maddy & Lucia) are quite independent, very gregarious, and more verbal than my male, Beau, who is more reserved and rather regal with the general public, but, my silly boy when home with me. He has the most soulful eyes, and he dotes on me. The girls are flirts, love men (be they canine or human), and are prone to tease (I often have to say "now" to get across that I'm not asking, I'm telling you!). Beau only has to be asked once, and he's on it. While this is great, I can't help but be enchanted by the girls; they don't call 'em bitches for nothin'! LOL
My grandson can't figure out how I know what they want - a drink, to go outside, a treat. Each and every one has their own little way of letting me know that the water bowl needs replenishing, they have to pee, they're hungry, or, there's a FLB outside, lemme out! LOL
