Tag: behavior dogs
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Why Do Dogs Bark At Other Dogs?
Dogs bark for many reasons, and the sound can mean very different things depending on context and the individual animal. Barking Basics At its simplest, barking is a vocal behavior produced by rapid exhalation across the larynx and vocal folds that creates an audible signal used in communication and arousal. Researchers commonly categorize barks into…
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How To Stop A Dog From Humping?
Dog mounting or humping can stem from different motivations and usually responds to targeted, humane management and training. Owners who learn to identify triggers and use consistent responses can reduce the behavior while keeping the dog safe and comfortable. Understanding why dogs hump Humping is not a single behavior with one cause; clinicians and behaviorists…
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Why Do Dogs Sniff Your Crotch?
Dogs often use close, directed sniffing of the groin and crotch area when they meet people, sampling scent cues produced by skin, sweat, and clothing. This behavior is a normal part of canine social investigation rooted in their sense of smell and social communication. What the Behavior Is When people describe “crotch sniffing,” they mean…
