Boltz- T1 Tail

We celebrated Boltz’s 5th birthday today and we take this time to look at the dynamics of the social group we call the Exhibit Pack.  This photo has a significant amount of details about each individual member (click on image to see larger size).  Starting from the far left, Grayson is in a tail wag indicating arousal and his tail is mid-back with ears pricked but turned slightly sideways showing confidence, but not intense focus on Aidan.  Boltz is next with a T-1 tail;  It is held much higher than Grayson, indicating a bit more confidence and ears that are pricked forward with a direct stare towards Aidan.  This is a behavior worth noting when we have a pack leader nearing 9 years of age.  I am most impressed by Aidan’s posture, his tail shows arousal, not extremely high over the back, but confident.  His front legs are both off the ground which could be part of a play-bow.  If you look at his ears, they are more submissive and express a more social interaction.  Axel is not quite as sure, with 3 of the 4 Exhibit Pack members approaching him, he drops his head, tail and ears as signs of submission. What a great day to watch the pack.