Questions tagged [diffuse tension]

How can you recognize when a dog is using playfulness to diffuse tension in a stressful situation?

Category: Interpreting Behavior

Recognizing when a dog is using playfulness to diffuse tension in a stressful situation requires a deep understanding of canine body language, behavior, and communication. Dogs often use play as a coping mechanism to alleviate stress or to signal to others that they mean no harm. This behavior is pa...