If you have a new puppy in your family or have ever had a dog before, you may be wondering about your canine’s behaviors. One thing dog owners often get concerned about is the kind of noises their pet makes and what they mean. If you’ve heard your dog huffing, you may be wondering, “Why…
Everyone sneezes. And since dogs are walking noses, it makes sense that they might sneeze more than humans. But whereas we tend to sneeze only when necessary, dogs often sneeze in all kinds of unlikely situations. Maybe you notice your dogs sneezing during play or in the middle of greeting their favorite person. These behaviors…
Have you found that your pup is often staring out into space or spending a lot of time chewing or destroying his toys? Or did your dog start barking a ton in recent weeks? These might be common signs of a bored dog. Yet, there may be other reasons for your dog’s behavior, such as…
Dogs love the sun. There’s just no doubt about that. They’ll take any opportunity to soak up a little UV radiation and give their skin a pink glow. But besides getting an all-over tan, do dogs benefit from lying in the sun? The answer, as you might have guessed, is yes. Canines are active creatures,…
Every dog owner knows how much most dogs love belly rubbed. If your dog fits this common mold and you’re here, you obviously wonder why many canines love so much attention to their belly region. Maybe it seems overly simple, but dogs like their bellies rubbed because it feels good. But why do belly rubs…
Dogs fill our homes with excitement, snuggles, and love. They’re a man’s best friend, but let’s be honest, sometimes they can be pretty gross. If you’ve ever wondered why a dog would do something like lick their own pee, we have some answers for you. Dogs Are Curious If there’s one thing dogs are, it’s…
Like humans, our dogs are no exception when it comes to unusual behavior, and though it may seem silly, many of our furry canine friends have a fixation with our pillows. And while we love to keep our dogs happy, nobody is excited to come home to a wet pillow. Common Reasons Why Your Dog…
Yawning isn’t flattering when you’re talking with another person. So, you might be wondering—why does my dog yawn when I pet him? Is it because he’s bored or doesn’t like me? Here’s some good news: Dogs don’t always yawn for the same reason humans do. And, more often than not, your dog isn’t yawning because…
Your dog has a perfectly good dog bed to sleep in, so why are they suddenly sleeping under your bed? Sleeping under your bed can be natural behavior or an indication that something might be wrong with your pet. So, you will want to do a little detective work. Understanding dog psychology can help you…