If you know what to look for, you’ll see your dog saying “I love you” every day.

Dogs show their love for their families in many ways, some of which are automatically familiar—like cuddling—and some of which you might not understand right away. Learning to recognize these signs of doggy love in your pet will help you better communicate with them and build an even stronger bond.

Eye Contact

Human-to-human, eye contact is considered a positive thing. When someone looks you directly in the eye, you can tell they are engaged and interested in what you have to say. Canines don't perceive eye contact the same way within the species (other dogs might actually find it a bit aggressive), but they do stare at their favorite humans as a sign of love and respect. When you can't see the whites of your dog's eyes, it means they're especially comfortable in your presence

Tail Wagging

A wagging tail is the mark of a happy dog, it's also a sign of affection toward a human. Relaxed dogs can more easily wag their tails, and dogs that are relaxed feel good about their owners. But keep in mind If a dog's muscles are stiff and their tail is still wagging, it could mean that he or she is annoyed or angry.

Yawning

Dogs were more likely to yawn simultaneously with their owners than with a human stranger. The same study indicated that yawning can be a sign of empathy, so when your dog yawns right along with you, it might be a sign of affection.

Lifting Their Eyebrows

Is your dog's tail is wagging pay more attention to their facial expressions! In a study, dogs immediately lifted their eyebrows (especially their left one) when they saw their owners. Those cute eyebrow wiggles are more than just, well, cute. They're a sign that your pup is happy to see you! And why wouldn't it be?

Snuggling

A good canine cuddle is the stuff that dreams are made of, but actually it's so much more than that! You should feel really good about your relationship with your pup when they curl up with you. After all, they could choose to cuddle up and sleep anywhere, and they chose to be with you!