Some dogs will attack puppies out of territorial aggression. If another animal comes into their territory, they may view it as a threat. However, it’s important to know the difference between attacking and aggression. Adult dogs will “discipline” their puppies by becoming more aggressive. They are teaching the puppy what is and is not acceptable. […]
One of the primary reasons your dog is smells your eyes is because the eyes smell different than any other area of your body. The eyes are an external organ that contains a lot of salt from the tear ducts. The salt produces a scent that may get the attention of curious dogs. As you […]
If your dog is suddenly chasing cars, it usually means their prey drive is kicking in. Nearly all dogs have a prey drive, but it isn’t always “activated”. If it seems like this behavior happened suddenly, they may be trying to protect something (or someone) on their territory. Dogs are known to chase cars down […]
Your dog is only eating at night because of habit. Dogs are creatures of habit and routine, especially with meals. The more you allow your dog to eat at night, the stronger that habit will become. If you want your dog to eat in the morning, slowly feed them an hour earlier each day. Don’t […]
There are several reasons dogs stare at the ceiling. Although many will claim it’s disorientation, that’s the least likely scenario. The most likely explanation is that your dog is hearing something. Dogs have much better hearing than humans. When the house is “settling”, you might not hear it, but your dog can! After a long […]
The reason your dog burps in your face is nothing more than coincidence. Although dogs communicate through body language and verbal cues, burping is involuntary. If a dog burps in your face, they just happened to be facing you when this involuntary reaction occurred. You are lounging on the couch and your best bud rushes […]
When your dog nibbles on your nose, they’re most likely just being goofy and wanting to play. If you watch two dogs play, you’ll notice that sometimes one dog will initiate playtime by nibbling on the snout of the other dog. If a dog nibbles on your nose, they’re doing the same thing. Playfulness is […]
The reason dogs eat charcoal is because of curiosity. One of the ways dogs explore the world is through taste. If they see charcoal on the ground, they’ll taste it to figure out what it is. Another reason your dog may eat charcoal is because used charcoal is covered in meat juice. There’s nothing more […]
Dog’s drool at the dog park because of excitement. When a dog gets excited, they produce excess saliva. When they run around with other dogs, the extra saliva will drool down their face. Another reason dogs drool at the dog park is stress. Dogs that haven’t been adequately socialized will likely be stressed at the […]
The primary reason your dog walks in circles around you is because of herding instincts. This is especially true if your dog is a herding breed. Other reasons your dog is walking in circles around you include excitement, seeking attention, and anxiety. This behavior can be corrected with proper training. It’s no surprise when I […]
