If a pett is standing with head lowered or down is a sign of a vast array of behavioral and health-related issues. While both cats and dogs may display this behavior, it is most common in dogs. Common reasons for standing with head lowered include submissive behavior, nervousness and anxiety. However, there are some medical-related issues that may cause dogs and cats to stand with their head lowered such as worms, parvovirus, anemia and hypoglycemia.
How to Recognize
If a dog is standing with their head lowered, it is usually a sign of submission. However, if a dog is standing with their head lowered but looking up at you, showing the white moons of their eyes, your pet is trying to portray a threatening stance a may bite.
Causes of Standing With Head Lowered
A lowered head is a common sign that a dog is afraid or acting submissive. However, it may also be a sign that your dog or cat is in severe pain.
Pet Insurance
When adding a dog or cat to your family you want to make sure your pet is happy, healthy and protected. During its lifetime your pet is exposed to many illnesses and diseases and some breeds are affected by a congenital disease which is a condition existing at birth. At these moments when your pet is ill or maybe needs surgery, you want to be protected for the unexpected and high veterinarian costs.