Boltz – Submissive Ears and Canine Grin

Boltz continues to show the most submissive behavior toward the pups, often approaching with ears pricked and turned sideways showing interest, but also a calm submissive posture when approaching the pups.  In this photo, he shows the characteristic canine grin that usually indicates a bout of chase is about to begin.  Initially, Grayson was intimidated by these bouts and Boltz took advantage of Grayson’s weakness by focusing on him, but now, the pups get equal attention from Boltz.  Often the pups are found resting with him or there have been times when Boltz has entered the upper wooded portion of the Exhibit, displayed a little whining behavior and was followed down by a pair of pups.