Why Dogs Tilt Their Head

Dogs have some adorable and sometimes strange habits. Have you ever wondered why dogs tilt their heads? Does it mean anything like curiosity, sympathy, sadness, etc.? Whatever the exact reason your pooch does it, you can guarantee that it’ll make you “aw”!

Communication

While it’s not specifically decided on what head tilts exactly mean, they are definitely a form of communication. Just like other dog communications such as howling, barking, and whining, a head tilt can signal your dog is trying to convey something to you. This non-verbal cue could mean a number of different things. But it also may just be a way for your dog to see around their adorable and protruding muzzle! Dogs tilt their heads when they need to amplify their hearing as well! Their flopping or fuzzy ears can sometimes get in the way, so tilting their heads is an easy way to get better clarification. Dogs’ directional hearing is also more limited so adjusting their head is great for indicating where sound is coming from!

So whichever reason your dog has for tilting their head, sit back and enjoy their cuteness, and don’t forget to snap a precious picture of your furry friend!