When we live with dogs, we may notice that they exhibit some interesting behaviors when going to the toilet. These behaviors are actually a reflection of the dog's inner world. Let's decipher the four behaviors of dogs when they go to the toilet and see what psychology is hidden behind them!
1. Look at the owner from time to time.
When your dog is looking at you frequently when they go to the toilet, they may be thinking, "Is this the right place for me?"Or, "Please don't look at me." Some dogs even expect to be rewarded after going to the toilet. In addition, because they are in a defenseless state when they excrete, dogs also expect their owners to guard them at this time. In order to make the dog comfortable, we should not pay too much attention to them when going to the toilet, and give them moderate attention.
Second, it is always not excreted.
If you find that your dog has gone to the toilet but has not feceated, it may be due to reasons such as the toilet being too dirty or the environment is unstable, making the dog feel that this place is not suitable for defecation. In order for dogs to be able to go to the toilet with peace of mind, we need to keep the toilet clean and clean up the feces in time. In addition, the location of the toilet is also important, choose a place where the dog can feel at ease. If your dog continues to have no excretion, it may be a sign of illness and take it to the veterinarian in time.
3. Hide next to the owner to go to the toilet.
Sometimes dogs choose to go to the toilet in a place where the owner can't see it, or only when they are watching the house. This may be because the dog has been scolded during previous excretions, causing them to develop a fear of excretion. To avoid this, we should praise dogs when they successfully defecate instead of scolding them when they fail. Patience and understanding are essential to help dogs overcome their fears.
4. Run before or after going to the toilet.
Dogs will run around excitedly before or after going to the toilet, a behavior known as a "toilet ritual". Although the cause of this behavior is less clear, there is a theory that dogs feel nervous and restless before and after going to the toilet, and running helps them release stress. In order to make your dog feel comfortable, we can give them space and time before and after going to the toilet to allow them to complete their "ritual".
Summary:
By observing how dogs behave when they go to the toilet, we can gain a deeper understanding of their inner world. From watching the owner from time to time, always not excreting, hiding next to the owner to go to the toilet to running before or after the toilet, these behaviors reflect the dog's psychological state in different situations. As owners, we need to learn to interpret these behaviors and take appropriate steps to help dogs feel comfortable and at ease. By understanding our furry friends better, we can develop a deeper emotional bond with them and spend more quality time together.
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