4 Subtle “Tricks” of Dogs That 90% of Pet Owners Don’t Understand

Dogs are undoubtedly one of the most popular animals, with their adorable looks and understanding nature. Even though we spend every day with our dogs, pet owners often feel they don't truly understand their pets. When faced with some of their “confusing behaviors,” we wonder what’s going on in their little heads.

Today, Luckypet will delve into 4 lesser-known puzzling behaviors to help you better understand your dog!

Head Down + Butt Up + Wagging Tail

Sometimes, you might see your dog stretching out its front paws, lowering its head, and sticking its butt up high while wagging its tail furiously.

This series of actions is saying, “Come play with me!” This behavior often happens during walks when your dog encounters other canine friends.

In these moments, both dogs and their owners might misinterpret this as aggression, causing them to tighten the leash and move away.

If your dog senses your tension, it may become anxious and show hostility towards the other dog.

The ultimate approach is to slowly let your dog approach if the other dog exhibits the same behavior and its owner remains calm. Let them sniff and greet each other.

Chasing Tail in Circles

For a young dog, chasing its own tail in circles is usually due to curiosity and high energy.

For adult dogs, it often indicates high stress.

Reflect on whether you’ve pressured your dog into activities it dislikes, such as visiting the vet or being boarded.

Stress can cause tail-chasing as a coping mechanism, and in severe cases, it may become a compulsive behavior.

Additionally, itching or parasites could be reasons for tail-chasing, so a vet check-up might be necessary.

Scratching Head with Paws or Kicking Ears

You might think that dogs scratching their heads with their front paws is just them being itchy, but it can also convey their emotions.

When a dog uses its front paws to scratch its head, it's akin to a cat grooming itself, often expressing dissatisfaction, like when you’re absorbed in a TV show and the dog tries to get your attention.

If a dog kicks its ears with its back paws, it generally shows happiness and satisfaction, especially after enjoying a tasty treat or playtime.

However, frequent scratching or kicking could indicate discomfort or health issues in the face, ears, or eyes.

Rolling Around After a Bath

This behavior can frustrate many pet owners as their freshly bathed dog rolls in dirt again! For most dogs, bath time isn’t pleasant.

Even though they end up clean and smell nice, the scent of pet shampoo can be overwhelming and uncomfortable for them.

Since dogs rely heavily on their sense of smell, they may perceive the clean smell as unfamiliar and feel disoriented.

To regain their “scent identity,” they roll around to cover themselves with their own smell.

Choosing shampoos with milder scents and allowing them to roll post-bath can help.

Understanding these behaviors provides insight into your dog’s emotions and needs. If your dog exhibits puzzling actions, resist the urge to scold and instead observe patiently, learning about their behavior to foster a better bond with them.

Alright, today Luckypet hopes that the pet care knowledge shared can be helpful to everyone. Pets are living beings who need to be understood and treated with kindness. By learning about their behaviors and needs, we can provide them with the care and love they deserve，We hope it highlights the importance of pets in our lives. While we can't stop our pets from leaving us, we can create meaningful mementos to remember them by, such as      3D hand-painted pet portraits    ,      pet oil paintings    , and      custom pet-themed clothing    . At Luckypet   , our mission is to provide heartfelt keepsakes for pet lovers. We encourage everyone to cherish and treat their pets well.

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