Strange habits of dogs and their meanings

 The truth about the behaviors that leave those who have dogs scratching their heads. Some dog habits can seem strange and sometimes even disgusting. However, most of these enigmatic behaviors are absolutely normal - they are the ones who try to understand the world. Here are the reasons behind some of the things that our colleagues do instinctively.

Why do dogs smell each other?

Although humans think that this habit is strange (to say the least), it is the way in which dogs greet each other and obtain information, by detecting the smell and pheromones of others.

His sense of smell is much more acute than ours. A human has about five million smell receptors, while dogs have approximately 300 million. When the butts are smelled, they are detecting the odor molecules and pheromones in the anal sacs. These bags are unique to each dog and provide information about their sex, health, and reproductive condition.

Why does my dog scratch the grass?

They also do this after doing their needs. On their legs, dogs have olfactory glands that secrete pheromones. When you scratch the floor, your dog is shaking and spreading these pheromones. It is a way to mark your territory and inform the other dogs about their sex and availability of mating. If there are other dogs nearby, you will see that your dog scratches with greater vigor.

In general, it is harmless behavior, but it can become a problem if your dog is making holes in his garden or scratching hard surfaces. You can solve it by teaching them how to do their needs in a specific place or by walking them on a leash.

Why does my dog eat excrement?

The habit of eating excrement is called coprofagia, and although it seems nauseating to us, it is a normal habit of dogs and puppies.

For many puppies, it is a way to explore, and they usually stop doing it when they grow up. There are some medical reasons why an adult dog does it and you should discuss them with your veterinarian. These may include parasites, malabsorption syndromes, a poor diet, constant hunger or some medications. Other causes are psychological, which can include boredom, isolation and stress.

Limit your access to excrement by walking with your dog on a short leash and make sure you have enough activities, both mental and physical, to combat your boredom