Behavior

Why Does My Dog Groom Me?

Dogs groom people because they (dogs) enjoy it! In most cases, dogs will lick and nuzzle you affectionately when they groom you. Grooming also helps make them feel good about themselves, and it usually results in a warmer and fuzzier you. If your dog is not regularly grooming you, there are a few key things …

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Why Is My Dog Acting Sad?

Do you have a dog and you’re not sure why he or she is acting sad? It might just be that something happened today and you don’t know what to do to make it feel better. Situation: Your dog was walking around when all of the sudden, they started making these weird whimpering noises and …

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Why Does My Dog Lick My Head?

Did you know that dogs lick their heads because they are trying to clean them? In addition to cleaning the head, a dog’s licking may also help to cool the head down. Dogs groom themselves completely, including their heads, to keep their coats shiny and healthy. When they lick their heads, they are spreading saliva …

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Why Does My Dog Lick My Mouth?

Dogs have been domesticated for tens of thousands of years, but in the wild they are predators. They will lick anyone, regardless of their species because it is a way to show submission and ensure that the other animal is not attacking them. Dogs will also lick their owners’ mouths as a form of communication. …

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Why Does My Dog Sit Behind Me?

Are you having trouble sitting down because your dog always sits behind you? Maybe they were trained to do this? Maybe it’s because they’re trying to protect you or read your mind? There are many reasons why dogs sit behind people, but sometimes the reason is simply that they want to be close. In this …

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Why Do Dogs Howl To Music?

Dogs howling to music is one of the most cherished traditions across many cultures. And for good reason; it’s a way for them to express themselves. Dogs will howl to any type of music, but there are some songs that they seem to respond particularly well to. We will explore why dogs howl to certain …

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