JUNIOR DOG
GUARDIANS

Empowering the next generation of Pawesome Protectors.

Bonjour!

Je m’appelle Bisou —
pronounced Bee‑zoo.

Meet Bisou. This little French Bulldog is the official Junior Dog Guardians program guide. Our completely free educational program is designed to turn curious kids into confident, compassionate canine advocates.

Through 10 interactive, fun-filled modules, participants will master essential dog handling skills, unlock the secrets of dog communication, and build a safer world for pets and people alike.

Did we mention that badges and certificates are involved?

An adorable illustration of Bisou the French Bulldog.

Become a Junior Dog Guardian by completing all ten modules. Each one teaches you a new skill, including:

✔ Dog Body Language • ✔ Safe and Kind Handling • ✔ Daily Care • ✔ Healthy Habits • ✔ Enrichment and Play • ✔ Outdoor Safety • ✔ Being a Good Neighbor • ✔ How Shelters Help Dogs • ✔ Advocacy and Kindness

THE JUNIOR DOG GUARDIANS PROMISE:

“I will treat dogs with kindness, respect, and understanding. I will help dogs feel safe. I will be a guardian for dogs everywhere.”

module 1

Dog Body Language

Learn how dogs use their bodies to communicate with us. This module features a fun story starter, sorting games, a custom drawing challenge, and quizzes. There's also an official completion badge and certificate you can download and fill out!

BEGIN MODULE 1

Bisou's Dog Dictionary

Big words, dog words, and clues that help us understand our canine friends.

Aggression Stance — A stiff, serious posture that means a dog needs space.

Anxiety Signs — Clues like lip licking, yawning, pacing, or heavy panting that show a dog is stressed.

Avoiding Eye Contact — When a dog looks away to show caution, nervousness, or submission.

Back and Drooping Ears — Ears held back that can mean a dog feels unsure or submissive.

Big, Wide Wag — A loose, happy tail wag that shows excitement.

Body Held Low — A posture that shows fear or uncertainty.

Calm Breathing — Slow, relaxed breaths that show a dog feels safe.

Comfortable Posture — A loose, relaxed body that shows a dog is at ease.

Growling — A warning sound that means a dog needs space.

Happy Tail Wag — A loose, wiggly wag that shows joy or friendliness.

Heavy Panting — Fast breathing that can mean stress or overheating.

Leaning Back — A sign a dog feels unsure or wants more space.

Lip Licking — A stress signal that shows nervousness or discomfort.

Loose Body — Relaxed muscles that show a dog feels safe.

Direct Stare — A hard, focused look that can mean a dog feels challenged or serious.

Dilated Pupils — Big pupils that can show fear, stress, or excitement.

Drooped Ears — Soft, low ears that often mean calm or relaxed.

Fear Posture — Tail tucked, body low, avoiding contact — signs a dog is scared.

Flattened or Pinned Ears — Ears held tight against the head that show fear, stress, or defensiveness.

Forward and Up Ears — Alert ears that show curiosity or attention.

Relaxed Calm Pose — Soft eyes, loose muscles, comfortable breathing.

Rotated Ears — Ears turned to listen closely to a sound.

Scared Posture — Tail tucked, body low, trembling — signs of fear.

Side Glance — A sideways look that can show discomfort or uncertainty.

Slow Blink — A soft blink that shows trust and comfort.

Soft Eyes — Gentle, relaxed eyes that show calmness.

Stiff Tail — A tight, rigid tail that can signal defensiveness.

Straight Up Tail — A high tail that shows alertness or caution.