dogs have certain behaviors that seem strange to us like licking feet following you to the bathroom and sniffing people's behinds fortunately there are scientific studies that have investigated these behaviors and the answers to some of them are surprising I'll start with one that has certainly caught your attention at some point one tilting their head when hearing something the first thing to know is that dogs have different hearing from us sometimes when they hear a new or interesting sound they tilt their heads to try to hear better their ears are large and sometimes they need to
adjust them to pick up the sound better also they are trying to understand where the sound is coming from when your dog tilts its head and you laugh or praise it it loves it you are giving attention and that pleases it very much so without realizing it you are rewarding this behavior and it's likely to continue because it knows you like it if this Behavior surprised you wait until you see the next one two digging the ground after doing their business many people think that dogs dig to hide their feces but it's actually something else
dogs are territorial animals and use their sense of smell to communicate by digging the ground after doing their business they are leaving their olfactory mark their scent they have scent glands in the pads of their paws so by digging they spread their scent around the area both males and females do this leaving information about age health and even stress levels when you see your dog dancing after going to the bathroom remember that it's leaving its business card and speaking of their needs let's see another behavior that is closely related three circling before doing their business
one of the main reasons is safety doing their business is a vulnerable moment for the dog so before putting themselves in that situation they make sure there are no dangers nearby also by circling they're also analyzing the ground seeing if it's comfortable for them and furthermore they are leaving their scent in the area through the pads of their paws however if your dog circles a lot and seems to have difficulty it may be constipated and it would be a good idea to consult the vet the most interesting part is the theory that dogs have a
kind of internal Compass according to research they may be using the Earth's magnetic fields to position themselves when doing their business orienting themselves to the North or South curious isn't it now let's move on to another Behavior four running while sleeping have you ever seen your dog moving kicking or even running in the air while sleeping this is common because dogs like us also go through the rem or rapid eye movement phase of sleep where they have vivid dreams in this state your dog's body May React to what it's dreaming about like chasing a ball
or playing playing with another dog usually there's nothing to worry about it's in its dream world enjoying a good run five accompanying you to the bathroom this is very common and can be for various reasons your dog may follow you for Pure companionship and affection since it enjoys being close to you as a social animal sometimes it can be a protective Instinct and some dogs even try to sniff under the door to confirm that you're there and get information about what you're doing if it becomes anxious or scratches the door when you're inside it may
be a sign that it has difficulty coping with loneliness we can't forget about the so-called velcro dogs breeds that tend to be more attached to humans due to thousands of years of joint Evolution if you have one of these you know why it follows you everywhere now a behavior that may surprise you six staring at you while doing their business if your dog stares at you while it does its business don't be alarmed it's actually quite common and has an explanation your dog feels vulnerable in those moments and seeks protection and security from you this
harks back to the wild ancestors of dogs who lived in packs and protected each other especially in vulnerable situations like this you may have contributed to this Behavior unknowingly if you rewarded your dog with treats and affection when it was a puppy and did its business outside it's likely that it has Associated look looking at you while doing its business with receiving a reward however it's important to understand that not all dogs do this if you have a more fearful or insecure dog it's more likely to observe this behavior on the other hand more confident
dogs may take advantage of this moment to Mark territory without seeking your gaze are you enjoying the video If so I ask that you subscribe to the channel and leave a like because it helps me a lot the channel doesn't have 50 subscribers yet and you would be helping me a lot now a behavior that dogs really enjoy seven rolling in the grass when your dog rolls in the grass it's doing more than just playing from an ancestral point of view rolling could be a tactic to mask their scent a crucial skill when they depended
on Hunting to survive even though your dog doesn't need to hunt now this instinct is still present it can also be a way to make their Mark clear to other dogs sometimes times it's simply an attempt to get rid of a smell they don't like like shampoo after a bath additionally rolling is a way to stretch and express happiness when a dog rolls over on its back it's in a moment of pure joy indicating that it feels safe and happy now a behavior that's a bit confusing eight stealing your things and running away from you
although it may be a headache for you for them it's an activity full of excitement and in a way a demonstration of affection some breeds like golden retrievers Yorkshire Terriers and papon are more inclined to become small kleptomaniacs it doesn't matter if it's a sock a toy or even something more valuable they do it because they find it fun and want to play with you some dogs see your belongings as toys and love the idea of a funny Chase for others it may be a way to get your attention they know which objects you value
and by taking them they ensure that you'll chase them and spend time with them it's their unique way of saying hey play with me it may even be a display of affection as peculiar as it may seem stealing your socks or underwear may be their way of being closer to you getting involved with your scent although this may be frustrating for you remember that deep down your dog is just trying to interact with you and show its affection even if it's in a slightly naughty way here I'll explain another behavior in which your dog interacts
with you nine licking your feet many dogs like to lick their owner's feet especially if they smell strong although it may seem a bit gross to you for them it's a feast think that your sweaty feet emit a salty Aroma that they simply love but it's not just about the taste it's also a communication tool by licking your dog can get a lot of information about where you've been and what you've done and don't forget about love often these foot licks are just your puppy's way of showing how much much it appreciates you so the
next time your dog dives into your feet remember that it's just showing affection in the most canine way possible now let's address a somewhat confusing Behavior 10 sniffing behinds let's talk plainly dogs love sniffing behinds with no distinction between dogs cats or humans they have no qualms about it but did you know that when your dog sniffs another dog's behind it's not actually greeting but collecting valuable information yes it's true they can learn about the other's mood if they are already acquainted and even if it's a potential mate and don't be surprised if your dog
also sniffs your behind although this may be uncomfortable for you your furry friend is gathering important information about you thanks to the pheromones released by your apocrine glands remember for dogs behinds are like all Factory identification when they do this they're not greeting they're asking who you are and how you're doing interesting isn't it if you found this video interesting I recommend watching another one that appears on the screen in it I talk about what dogs do alone when we leave home are they really capable of missing us I address all of that and more
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