10 strange dogs do and why they do them, according to experts

The best friend of man displays bizarre behaviors. Here's why your puppy does it.


You can think that you knowWhat a tail wague, lifted the ear or Yelp means your dedicated puppy, but chances are, yourcanine companion Commitment probably in a behavior that lets you confuse ... and maybe even off. American humans do not understand why dogs do strange things they sometimes do, but that does not mean they do not have their reasons. Read it to find out what is behind all this endless end, tail hunting, and much more, according to experts.

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End to end

Jack Russel Terrier and Pug dog sniffing each other
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Although it sounds like the most embarrassing and embarrassing thing to do is a courteous way to salute someone in the canine world, just like shaking hands for humans. Canine nose contains more than 150 million olfactory receivers compared to 5 million in the human schnoz, according to veterinariansRyan Llera, BSC, DVM, andLynn Buuzhardt, DVM, VCA animal hospitals.

ThisSuper-sniffing capabilities allow puppies To collect any interesting information about their new friend of the pheromones released around the anus. "Inside the rectum are two small bags called anal glands that secrete a harmful odorous substance in the rectum through a pair of tiny openings. The glands are videred naturally when the rectal sphincter muscles contract during an intestinal movement. "Explains Llera and Buzhardt on the VCA website. "This aroma emanating from the anal region is a unique form of canine identification. ... The dogs sniff back ends as a form of greeting and get vital information from anal secretions. Is this dog friend or enemy Will he be a good "date '? Will he be aggressive? Does he feel sick?"

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Hang head outside a moving car

Yorkshire Terrier dog hanging outside of a car window
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Dogs get a sensory overload during a car car,Natalie Zielinski, Director of Behavior Services at Wisconsin Humane Society, saidDiscovermagazine. "Dogs receive more olfactory stimulation With their heads completely outside the car relative to the car. And even having the windows only a few centimeters seems to provide an enrichment and stimulation that dogs will look, "she said.

That's why our canine companions are willing to have their faces driven against the wind while suspending the head outside a moving car; He floods them with new exciting odors. Since our olfactory membranes concern only the size of a postage stamp, we can hardly appreciate the way this is rewarding.

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Look at your time while caca

A dog staring at the grass
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Are they trying to tell them to give them some intimacy? Nope.Madeline Friedman, a dog behavior expert withInnovative dog training, told the dodo thatDogs could hope for a reward To make their business outside (you know, instead of the interior). When they are puppies, most dogs are rewarded to go to the bathroom in the right place, but "most owners do not maintain strengthening when the dog is reliably formed a home training, at least Not as frequently, "said Friedman. "I think the dog remembers the strengthening and hope of being more."

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Kick after coca

Border Terrier Cross dog kicking with his back leg
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No, they do not do a bad job covering their coca. They mark their territory with perfumes of their legs. The canines have scented glands in their feet that make secret pheromones more pungent and last longer than the perfumes of urine and feces, explainsAllison Birken, DVM, on Petmd.com.Hit dirt after scrapping is an instinctive way to communicate with other dogs, relay land claims, messages of sexual availability and hazard warnings.

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Zipper around the courtyard or living room at the speed of lightning

Collie dog running across the green grass
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Technically called frops (periods of frenetic random activity) but better known as "zoomies", speed of speed around the courtyard or house in a sudden glow is simply a way for theDog to free from pentante energy, according to Puppyaks.com. It usually occurs in younger dogs and those who have just lied around the house all day. The behavior is the most seen after a bath or during the game.

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Encircling before flowing

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Nobody seems to know with certainty whyCircle dogs before going to bedBut theories abound, according to Ippster.com. Among them:

  • It is an evolutionary self-protection behavior. By turning in a complete circle allows the animal to check its environment and position themselves in front of the wind so they can feel the predators approaching.
  • They imitating the alpha dog.The ancestors of dogs were animals. Circulate distinguished leaders from the rest of the pack.
  • They prepare their bed.Walking in circles, their wolf ancestors could patient herb, which makes a softer place to sleep and clear the area of ​​snakes and insects.
  • They get comfortable.Just like humans throw and turn before falling asleep, your dog could usually surround their bed to prepare to rest.

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Whining in the car

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Whining andCry when in a car is very common Among the dogs, according to MyPetchild.com. It's probably due to stress or fear of being in a small space, anxiety of veterinarian walks, or just being your dog does not enjoy the movement of a rotating car. To break a scheme of anxiety, try to distract them with treats.

Travel disease could also bring your dog to have a stomach ache and moan in the car. You can remedy this by opening a window to give your dog a little fresh air or move them to look out of the window.

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Chasing their own tails

Jack Russell terrier chasing tail
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Why? Because they can, and it's fun. They will do it from boredom and spending energy, saysbehavior CESAR MILLAN, from the television series of dogs andCESARSWAY.COM.

Some dogs can hunt their tail to draw your attention, especially if you gave them positive comments looking and laughing in the past. Your dog could do it whenever he wants you to take notice and play. Another potential reason could be when something is wrong. Sometimes dogs will hunt and chew their tails when they are disturbed by worms or chips or experience of another medical problem.

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Legs bump, blankets and padded animals

Black schnauzer dog on owner's leg
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You may find it embarrassing when your puppy rides your guest's leg during a dinner, but Bumping Things is natural for your puppy. It is simply sexual behavior among all dogs, says Millan, no matter if they are a man or a woman, even if they have been sterilized or sterilized. But other things trigger the bump too. It is a way to exercise power and control, establishing a social hierarchy.

In addition, this happens often when a dog becomes overexcity during the game, their feelings come out of control when someone pays a visit or become stressed. This could also be a sign of sub-socialization if your Pooch is not used to dog playdates.

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Kick, complain, bark or growling while sleeping

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Dogs dream. "Researchers found thatdream pointer can immediately start looking for game and can even go to the point "Stanley Coren, PhD, American Kennel Club Collector 'Family dog Magazine, told psychology today. "A Sleeping Springer Spaniel can hunt an imaginary bird in his dreams, while a dreamy doberman pincher can choose a fight with a dream burglar."

If you want to know if your dog dreams, Coren suggests looking about 10 to 20 minutes after their sleep. If you can see your dog's eyes moving behind their eyelids, it means they are sleepy away and started dreaming.

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