Like a dog with two tails
English Idiom
Meaning: This phrase describes someone who is extremely happy or excited, often to the point of being visibly enthusiastic.
Origin: The idiom 'Like a dog with two tails' has its roots in the early 19th century. Dogs are known for expressing joy and excitement through wagging their tails. The imagery of a dog with two tails suggests an exaggerated level of happiness because it would have twice the capacity to show its joy. Over time, this vivid image became a metaphor for extreme happiness or excitement.
Examples
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When she found out she had passed her exams, she was like a dog with two tails.
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After receiving the job offer, he walked around the office like a dog with two tails.
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Winning the lottery left him feeling like a dog with two tails for weeks.
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She was like a dog with two tails after hearing the news of her promotion.
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The children were like dogs with two tails when they saw the piles of presents on Christmas morning.
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He was like a dog with two tails when his favorite team won the championship.
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After securing the investment for his startup, he was like a dog with two tails.
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Receiving the acceptance letter from her dream university made her feel like a dog with two tails.
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The surprise birthday party left her feeling like a dog with two tails.
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He was like a dog with two tails after reuniting with his best friend after many years.