Why does my dog roll around in stinky stuff?
Its confusing to us when our pups seem to enjoy rolling around in things like garbage, poop, and, yes, even roadkill.
Why do they do it…and like it so much? Dogs are extremely tuned in to scents, and what may smell disgusting to us could smell just really interesting to them.
Some experts think its a leftover behavior from their hunting days, as a way to camouflage their own scent.
Others think that when dogs encounter a strong smell, they will instinctively try to scent mark the area with their own scent, rolling around to make sure it sticks.
Panosteitis, or puppy growing pains
Growing pains, or panosteitis, can be as tough on puppies as they are on human children. This is particularly true of larger dog breeds. Also known as pano in dogs, this is an awkward and painful condition that occurs when a puppy’s bones grow faster than they can easily adjust to.
Moans and groans when lying down are one way he expresses discomfort. Dog groaning is the least remarkable symptom of this condition. You’re much more likely to see a puppy limping or favoring one leg or another. He’ll also yip or yelp if you touch the tender leg.
This issue can affect all puppies, especially German Shepherd Dogs, until they are fully grown, or around the age of 2. One good thing about growing pains is that they end when growing does.
Dogs sometimes make strange honking sounds, called reverse sneezes.
Does your dog ever make a weird sound thats like a combination of hacking, gagging, honking, snorting, and hiccuping all in one? Thats known as a reverse sneeze, according to The Bark. And although it may be alarming, its usually nothing serious.
These short-lived episodes are typically caused by spasming triggered by irritation of the dogs throat and soft palate. Other causes include mites, eating or drinking, pulling on a leash, excitement, foreign objects in the throat, viruses, environmental irritants, and allergies. If your dog reverse sneezes on the regular, definitely get it checked out.
Why Is My Dog Groaning When He Lies Down? Puppy Moaning And Groaning Explained!
If youre a dog owner, you know that canines have a language all their own. Whether theyre barking, growling, whining or howling, theyre trying to tell you something — and it pays to be informed about what those sounds could mean. Because, while theyre often harmless, such vocalizations could be a sign of trouble. Here, we take a look at 10 common sounds that dogs make and exactly what they mean.