Do All Dogs Point? [Can Pointing Be Trained?]
Although pointing is a common characteristic in dogs, not all dog’s point. Typically, dogs that point also have a high prey drive. In other words, hunting dogs are more likely…
Behavior
Why Do Dogs Bury Their Heads? [7 Common Reasons]
Whether it be under the blanket, your arm, or the bed sheets, there are several reasons dogs bury their heads. This behavior could be because of stress, fear, weather, sleep,…
Why Does My Dog Sneeze On Me? They’re Having Fun!
When a dog sneezes on you, it’s a sign of playfulness. For dogs, sneezing at each other is social behavior. It’s their way of saying they are having fun and…
Why Do Mom Dogs Eat Their Puppies Poop? Survival Instincts!
Mom dogs eat their puppies poop for two reasons, both of which are survival instincts. When puppies poop, the scent will make it easy for predators to find them. The…
Do Puppies Poop After Every Meal [The 15 Minute Rule]
Most puppies will poop within 10-15 minutes after each meal. The reason puppies poop so quickly after each meal is because they haven’t learned how to control their bowels yet.…
My Dog Makes Hiccup Noise When Sleeping – How Come?
When a dog makes hiccup noises while sleeping, it’s due to involuntary contractions of the diaphragm. Dogs are more likely to get hiccups during REM sleep because that’s when the…
How Many Senses Does a Dog Have? Do They Have a Sixth Sense?
Just like their human counterparts, dogs have five senses (that we know of). Smell, sight, taste, hearing, and touch. The two strongest senses on a dog smell and hearing. These…
Why Do Puppies Drool? And How Much is Normal?
Puppies often drool as a normal part of their development. This is due to teething, curiosity and tasting new things or as a response to fear and excitement. If drooling…
Will a Groundhog Attack a Dog? [Only For One Reason]
Groundhogs typically won’t attack a dog unless it’s in self-defense. Although most dogs will “win the fight”, groundhogs can still do some damage. As cute and cuddly as they may…