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Permalink Reply by Jane on July 31, 2011 at 7:43pm

Did you just get her recently? Sometimes a yawn can indicate that they are stressed or nervous. I don't think it's anything to worry about though.

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Permalink Reply by Bradly and Jenny Boesen on July 31, 2011 at 9:16pm

We've had her since late March, about 4 months of her life.  I dunno if she really is stressed so much.  She used to hiccup a lot when she was stressed.  But thanks, it may be the cause!

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Permalink Reply by Anna Morelli on July 31, 2011 at 8:21pm

Agree with Jane, can also be confused about how to respond in a given situation.  More exposure, gentle handling and increased self confidence should all work to get rid of this as the pup grows.

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Permalink Reply by steve smith on July 31, 2011 at 8:25pm

Yawning and licking of the lips are signs of nervous and stress. I know I do it alot.

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Permalink Reply by Shelley Garland on August 1, 2011 at 2:24am

Emma (1.5 years) yawns all the time.  She did when she was a puppy, too.  I wouldn't worry too much. :)

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Permalink Reply by Shelley Garland on August 1, 2011 at 2:28am

If there is a problem, you'll notice that she won't eat or drink water and the stool will sometimes be loose or runny.  Corgis can be emotional dogs and get stressed out easily.  If Emma gets really upset, she'll have loose stool for one or two BMs.  But if there's anything BAD wrong, you'll be able to notice.

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Permalink Reply by Suneera and Emmy on August 1, 2011 at 1:01pm

Cesar says that dogs yawn a lot when they are confused or frustrated. Emmy yawns in the morning while she is just waking up and stretching, and after naps. When she yawns any other time, I try to figure out what she wants from me. Sometimes if we are training and she doesn't understand me, she yawns, so I will help her figure that out and give her a treat.

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