29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account

The champion sprinter of the dog world, the Greyhound is a gentle, noble, and sweet-tempered companion with an independent spirit. However, many greyhounds who have been bred for racing have spent their lives in confinement, being subjected to cruel practices that resulted in injuries and even death. Luckily for this pup, it was able to get out.

"Millie was adopted from dog racing in 2018 and has come a very far way since the day we met," her owner Taylor Huerta told Bored Panda. Now, Millie spends her days in a loving home where Taylor takes care of her every need.

In order to bring awareness to this amazing breed, Taylor also created Instagram and TikTok accounts for her precious pet. "Millie's ... content is intended to educate, entertain, and engage her followers," Huerta said. "From psychology facts to tips on decreasing anxiety in dogs, Millie's content is useful to any and all dog lovers of the world."

This time, however, let's focus on the former. The information that Taylor shares has allowed us to understand dog behavior on a much deeper level, and we think you'd appreciate it too.

Meet Millie, a greyhound who was rescued from dog racing in 2018

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Her owner Taylor Huerta has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in occupational therapy

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Whenever your dog leans on you and puts their whole body weight on you.
That's actually their way of hugging you and telling you that they love you.

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littlesaresare 3 years ago

Or their way of slowly and steadily pushing you out of bed during the night.

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Huerta has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in occupational therapy, so you can be sure these posts were well fact-checked. "Psychology is a major aspect of my career and has always been a fascination of mine," she said.

"I knew little about dog psychology before adopting Millie, but felt as though I quickly became her guide/therapist. From separation anxiety to social anxiety, I got a first-hand glimpse into the psychology of a dog. It became my passion to educate myself on [the subject], and through many hours of research, I gained a better understanding of Millie," Huerta explained, adding that she hopes her content can enrich the bond between other dog owners and their four-legged companions too.

29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Dogs will actually sneeze when they are play fighting to show that they are just playing around and they don't actually want to hurt you.

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YoyoSthlm 3 years ago

My dog sneezes when he's super excited:)

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Millie's owner believes that in order to give a pup the best possible life, we must try to understand them more than just physiologically. The good thing is that when you spend time with them and really invest yourself in it, you start noticing things you were oblivious to before. "You learn to recognize what triggers specific behaviors and how can you develop effective and safe strategies to overcome them. This is especially useful if you have a recently adopted or rescued dog," Huerta said.

And she definitely knows what she's talking about. "Millie is a 5-year-old retired racing greyhound. Unlike her father, Millie was too scared to race and was placed for adoption at less than 2-years-old. I had to teach Millie so many things once adopted; like going upstairs (we lived on the third floor), going potty on a leash, and to trust people. It is an honor to be able to share Millie's story and help other dog owners better understand their fur baby," the woman said.

29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Zoomies are short bursts of energy your dog just can't seem to control. Researchers have found only happy healthy dogs get the zoomies. So if your dog is doing the zoomies, then you are doing everything right.

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Marciano Junior 3 years ago

Didn't know what I call as "crazy dog mode" have a word "zoomies". And taking a look at google it goes even further: "Zoomies, or Frenetic Random Activity Periods (FRAPs)"

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account You may feel guilty when you catch your dog quietly, staring at you before you leave the house. But fear not, their calmness is a sign that they trust you and know that you're coming back.

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s. G 3 years ago

This makes me cry. The day I left for college, my mother let me know that my dog stayed by my bedroom door, scratching the carpet and waiting for me to open the door so he could have his nap. I haven't seen him in three years and I miss him so much.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Whenever your dog looks deeply into your eyes, right before they poop, it means they feel vulnerable and they trust you to keep an eye out for them.

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Grumble O'Pug 3 years ago

Dog domestication involves the unusual behavior of holding the human gaze.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account If your dog is smelling your crotch, this is your dog's way of checking your health and mood. Dogs use a sense of smell to read details and their surroundings. So your dog is just checking to see if you're okay.

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Karin Gibson 3 years ago

My dog smells my breath to check my health. He told me I was ill by constantly doing this. He would jump up every time I sat down and stare into my eyes. I had Breast Cancer.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Yawn is not quite the same as a human yawn. Dogs yawn in order to reduce stress and reduce anxiety, which helps them calm down and remain comfortable.

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Tunder 3 years ago

This also works for humans

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Researchers have found that dogs have a best friend. Dogs love humans and other animals too, but any dog owner can attest that they have one true best friend. They're loyal to one and that's the dog owner.

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GoddessOdd 3 years ago

Cats too.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Does your dog do a little dance or get the case of the zoomies when you come home? Researchers find that a happy, noisy, tail wagging greeting is one of the surest signs that you and your dog are connected.

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Auntriarch 3 years ago

Had to open the door very carefully, as there would be a long snoot inches behind it

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account When your dog tilts their head while looking at you, this is because they're trying to read your body language and they are analyzing your tone of voice.

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Scagsy 3 years ago (edited)

I read that also it's their way of letting you know that by tilting their head they are paying attention, in a non-confrontational stare.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account If your dog is sleeping on their side with their legs extended, it means your dog feels safe, is relaxed and at a comfortable temperature.

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Nixxy 3 years ago

Our dog only deos this when near the fire

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Researchers find that if your dog chooses to sleep next to you, it means they trust you like no one else. Scientists have found that sleeping with your dog helps you sleep better throughout the night and decreases overall stress.

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Weim Central 3 years ago

Unless your dogs are bed and blanket hogs like ours. Oh and don't forget the pillows. One for their head and one as a back rest. Ridiculous.. we know.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account A happy dog will roll on their back and expose their belly to you. This is a sign that they are happy and trusting of you. In fact, a dog initiates physical contact, such as bumping up against you, putting their head in your hand or pulling at you is expressing their happiness and their desire to be with you.

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earringnut 3 years ago

I guess I really am my cuddle monster's best friend.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account When a dog is happy, their eyes will be a normal, soft shape. Their gaze will be relaxed and gentle and they will blink often.

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GoddessOdd 3 years ago

Soft eyes are the surest sign to me that your dog looks on you affectionately.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account If your dog sleeps on your clothes, it means they love you. Your clothes have your scent on them and they just want to get closer to you.

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Karin Gibson 3 years ago

My setter used to do this. I sort washing out into piles and when I go back Barney would have made a pile and be sleeping in the middle.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account If your dog kicks backwards, after going to the bathroom, it's not to cover it up. It's done to mark their territory, using the scent glands in their feet.

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Auntriarch 3 years ago

It's to spread the stuff. Do not go to scoop the poop until he's finished doing the doodoo dance

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account If you get a cut and your dog tries licking it, this is because your dog has antibacterial compounds in their saliva. So when they try to lick your cut, this is because they're trying to help you heal faster.

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snipergun 3 years ago

Well, besides this. They also have bacteria (in mouth and whole body) which can do more harm. However same as with people, 1 household usually has synchronized bacteria (and immune responses) they carry, so it's very small chance that your own dog would give you dangerous infections. But visitors and children should always wash hands meeting other dogs and not let dog lick open wounds. My dog hates smell of blood, she won't lick her own wounds when injured either, so that also happens.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Dogs roll in the grass for the same reason children do it. It's soft, smells good and is a fun way to release energy.

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Ann Dennis 3 years ago

And there's something smelly right there. :)

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Terilee Bruyere 3 years ago

Ugh, that's the worst! I had a large GSD/Dane/Greyhound/Sherpei mix that turned out to be a hybrid (he was a big unusual looking dog). He rolled in an apparently aborted deer fawn that had started to rot. It took ages to get rid of the smell.

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meow point1 3 years ago

I hate it when they do that! Cassie rolls a lot, but when she obsesses over one particular area, we're like "no no no no no no no no!"

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Shelley DuVal 3 years ago

yep, usually it's where the possums poop, or the wallabies did their business

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Mazer 3 years ago

It’s called a grass bath. It helps disguise their scent (in their own minds)

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Bryn 3 years ago

I always thought it was because they smelled something they like.

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Sarah Pryde 3 years ago

ive ALWAYS this about dogs, but most everything else ive "looked up" about this states other reasons

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

As with everything animal, there's always more than one possible reason for their behavior, Sarah Pryde. Today it's an itchy back and tomorrow it's a dead critter to roll on (supposedly to hide their "predator" smell). Just like with kids, it's ¾ research / learning a specific one's ways and ¼ guessing which option applies this time.

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pigasus1 3 years ago

The chlorophyll also neutralizes odors.

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drpets 2 years ago

NICE

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Cindy Hoffman 2 years ago

Our dog refuses to even sit on the grass, so no rolling or lying down.

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justanormalpuggetnugget 3 years ago

imagine doing that but down a hill

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mamafrog 3 years ago

My old Labbie girl loved to do this after a lawn mowing, lol! Especially if she do it on her favorite toy, too. Unfortunately my other Labbie does it to roll in the other dogs pee, she is not quite right...

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Yup 3 years ago

The bird poop doesn’t smell too good.

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meow point1 3 years ago

My Cassie does that all the time!

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account A healthy, happy adult dogs usually sleep for up to 16 hours a day. If your dog is not sleeping that much, this could be a sign of stress.

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Ray_gunn 3 years ago

I'll bet many human beings wish they could sleep for up to 16 hours a day

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Researchers have proven that dogs know the difference between an hour and five hours. If conditioned to, they can predict future events, such as regular walk signs and feeding schedules.

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Karin Gibson 3 years ago

My two labs have Swiss analogue quartz clocks attached to their stomachs.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account When a dog is looking at their best friend and their owner, their brain releases a hormone called oxytocin, better known as a love hormone.

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Nugua 3 years ago (edited)

He does not “fall in love“, that implies something romantic. Oxytocin is a bonding hormone rather than a love hormone. It strengthens social bonds, especially in mothers during pregnancy and after birth. So by looking at you they strengthen the family bond between them and you, but not in a romantic way.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Once your dog has finished a meal, have a look to see what they do. Studies have shown that dogs that go straight to you after eating are displaying obvious signs that they love you. They aren't motivated by food or treats and are simply showing affection because they enjoy being close to you.

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Vicky Z 3 years ago

Meanwhile cats will completely ignore you after food😅😅😅

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account If your dog sleeps in the cuddler position, it means that they trust you and see you as one of the other dogs.

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Antonia 3 years ago

when sleeping over with friends I woke up with a little spoon, their dachshund. I wished that I could take here home...

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account Researchers have found all dogs dream, but puppies and senior dogs dream more frequently than adult dogs.

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Sandra Charlot 3 years ago

Watching my dog dreaming is my favorite thing in the whole world ...espacially if she's waving her tail and having happy dreams.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account If your dog has a habit of carrying the food from one location to another, don't worry. This is common behavior. Dogs do this as a way to protect their valued resources from being stolen.

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Karin Gibson 3 years ago

Paddy carries his plushie from room to room

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account So if you accidentally step on your dog's paw in the middle of the night, chances are they'll think it's on purpose.

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Yeah, you heard 3 years ago

I'm not convinced about this. If you accidentally kick or bang a dog, then say sorry (e.g., with a belly rub or head stroke) they seem to understand.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account This position is done to preserve body heat and protect vital body parts. This is also a favorite position for dogs when they get cold.

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Zoe's Mom 3 years ago

That's why she has SEVERAL blankets. Oh, I think I spelled SPOIL wrong.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account When dogs sleep in the burrower position, they are searching for comfort and security. Burrowers are affectionate, but very needy. They often need lots of attention and affection in order to fall asleep.

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Jodi Baer 3 years ago

Ha! I know the feeling.

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account The Superman position allows your dog to get up quickly indicating that they are just taking a nap. It also means they're in a playful mood and would love for you to play with them.

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Ann Dennis 3 years ago

"Superman" position?

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Ray_gunn 3 years ago

Aww please do one for cats!

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J. Normal 3 years ago

You are the cat's servant. The End :)

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Fluffy_wolfy 36 3 years ago

That is such a sweet doggo! im glad he was rescued <3

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sharron lynn parsons 3 years ago

It is wonderful that he was rescued, but it bothers me, about the many who are left behind, sorry, I am just realistic, the Grey Hounds are great pets, I hope many find loving homes, spread the word, about them !!!

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Ellie Rosser 3 years ago

Pretty much every one of those points was blindingly obvious to any even halfway thoughtful dog owner.

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Steph 3 years ago

True. Still a necessary post and good for those who are first time dog owners or those just interested in dog psychology

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memyselfandI 3 years ago

Not entirely, I’ve been wondering about the kicking up dirt after they poop thing for a while and couldn’t figure out why they did it.

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rarecuts 2 years ago

Well aren't you clever

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

Nothing is blindingly obvious when you have TV shows and movies "teaching" everyone such gems as giving dogs bones, cats milk and rodents cheese (which are bad for them and can even be deadly) and the Anthropomorphism of Animals really messes things up for everyone.

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Buren 3 years ago

We don't deserve them, those little angels.

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Dre Mosley 3 years ago

More "education" from a TikTok expert, lol. Ok. . .

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Suz66 3 years ago

If these are true, my dog is a happy dog who loves me!

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Auntriarch 3 years ago

Lovely hound, I'm going to have to come back to this later. Maybe a few times....

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Sleazy Weaver 3 years ago

Didn't even read the article. Stop with the TikTok "expert" articles.

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Judy Shidlowsky 3 years ago

#14 inaccurate. Rolling over to expose the belly is a well known submissive posture in pack animals. It shows you are not a threat to the superior animal. So while it might mean absolute trust and devotion, it equally can mean I'm terrified - please don't hurt me.

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Steph 3 years ago

Absolutely!

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Patti Vance 3 years ago

have to say yes to all of these. my family tells me my babies are spoiled and that is why they are always 'bugging' me. i see it as their way of telling me that i am the most important person to them. even when i trip over them, they steal the blankets, stretch to push me out of bed, and probably annoy the neighbors when i come home with all their vocalizations.

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Billie Sue Patrick 2 years ago

I have a comment on #25. My dog hovers under foot when I'm cooking dinner. I give him small bits of dog safe human food like carrots or green beans. If I give him something he doesn't like, he takes it to another room and hides it. I think he doesn't want to hurt my feelings by refusing it and jeopardize the possibility of future handouts.

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sharron lynn parsons 3 years ago

Grey Hounds are adorable, I wish they would, stop the races, too many dogs, are disgarded left, it breakes my heart, people making money, at the expence of animals, makes me sick !!!

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Missy Moo Moo 3 years ago

My dog farts really loudly and like to eat the cats poo. I think that means she trusts me enough to expel wind in my presence awwwww. And she definitely eat anything remotely edible and many inedible things because she trusts me. (That's the theme, right?)

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

Actually, it sounds like there's something missing in her diet or the quality of her kibble isn't as good as you think (because the Pet food Industry is full of money-grabbing pukes who are slowly poisoning our pets to line their pockets).

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1 A 3 years ago

Greyhounds aren’t rescued from racing. They retire from racing. Not meaning to start a debate on racing but it’s the owners who retire the dogs, not an outside person that comes in and liberates them.

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Steph 3 years ago

I don't fully agree, as my neighbor, who lived in England, rescued a former race dog (Greyhound). It's true, the dog was being retired, as it wasn't promising to win the race anymore. So at the young age of not even four, the dog was supposed to be euthanized instead. The dog lived up to turn almost 15 and had a very happy life

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Treessimontrees 3 years ago

Pseudo-science at best. This is just common sense.

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

Common sense isn't that common, "Simon in the trees" (😁is that it?) You'd be surprised how many people don't understand animals properly 🤦🏼‍♀️ because they've been "taught" by TV and movies. 🦴🐕Giving dogs bones, cats milk and rodents cheese (etc) can make them sick and even be deadly. Not realizing that animals hide when they get sick (Survival of the Fittest) so you don't always realize what made them puke when you finally find that little dried up pile behind the couch. 🐶🗞Hitting with a rolled-up newspaper (which only teaches them to be afraid and hide it) and "rubbing their nose in it" when they have an "accident" because they weren't taken outside often enough... doesn't teach them and can actually give them a nasty, fatal infection.🤒🤮 Learning to "read" animals is like learning the American Slang-uage from a mute... and changes a bit from one animal to the next, just like with kids.

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NG 3 years ago

What is it when your dog sleeps with their paws under them like deer?

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

Their feet are cold.

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Lovin' Life 3 years ago

My dog does many or most of these things. Glad to know what they mean now. I am truly his best friend and so grateful to have him.

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Steph 3 years ago

Your dog is lucky to have you! Sounds like you deserve each other :-)

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Bill 3 years ago

Dog racing in America only exists because of two states' archaic laws that make casino owners have dog racing to open. The Casino owners don't really want to race dogs either. Hasn't been profitable since the 1980s

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

And chasing their tail isn't a "cute game", it's a "bottled-up stress" reaction. I recently rescued a Whippet (the medium sized greyhound breed) who, at 7mos. old, had never been outside except for "potty breaks" and constantly yawned, sneezed, tail-chased and lip-licked after I removed her from being in a neglectful, abusive situation. She had to run loose in my yard every day for two weeks before she stopped the constant tail chasing (& could finally listen to learn "commands").

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Paul Mitchell 3 years ago

Until we can talk to dogs we can never know why they do most of the things that they do. Most of this is made up to provide an explanation , in the same way religion does and is, just to think we know the answers. It's called teleology.

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

Hey Paul Mitchell, have you heard? They have invented a push button system and are teaching dogs how to "talk" to us using actual words and "sentences". And for years I've taught my dogs and cats to answer "yes" by sitting (or going to what they want) and to walk away to "tell" me "no"... among other things, to communicate with me in a basic way.

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Demi Zwaan 3 years ago

Yeah, someone with a bachelor's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in occupational therapy is not qualified to give dog psychology. A lot of these tips are plain wrong.

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Deutschland Mädchen 3 years ago

Some of these were pretty good actually. My lil' doggo does most of these for the reasons that the OP states

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Ray_gunn 3 years ago

Aww please do one for cats!

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J. Normal 3 years ago

You are the cat's servant. The End :)

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Fluffy_wolfy 36 3 years ago

That is such a sweet doggo! im glad he was rescued <3

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sharron lynn parsons 3 years ago

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Ellie Rosser 3 years ago

Pretty much every one of those points was blindingly obvious to any even halfway thoughtful dog owner.

6points

Steph 3 years ago

True. Still a necessary post and good for those who are first time dog owners or those just interested in dog psychology

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memyselfandI 3 years ago

Not entirely, I’ve been wondering about the kicking up dirt after they poop thing for a while and couldn’t figure out why they did it.

2points

rarecuts 2 years ago

Well aren't you clever

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

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Buren 3 years ago

We don't deserve them, those little angels.

6points

Dre Mosley 3 years ago

More "education" from a TikTok expert, lol. Ok. . .

5points

Suz66 3 years ago

If these are true, my dog is a happy dog who loves me!

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Auntriarch 3 years ago

Lovely hound, I'm going to have to come back to this later. Maybe a few times....

5points

Sleazy Weaver 3 years ago

Didn't even read the article. Stop with the TikTok "expert" articles.

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Judy Shidlowsky 3 years ago

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Steph 3 years ago

Absolutely!

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Patti Vance 3 years ago

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Billie Sue Patrick 2 years ago

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sharron lynn parsons 3 years ago

Grey Hounds are adorable, I wish they would, stop the races, too many dogs, are disgarded left, it breakes my heart, people making money, at the expence of animals, makes me sick !!!

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Missy Moo Moo 3 years ago

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

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1 A 3 years ago

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Steph 3 years ago

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Treessimontrees 3 years ago

Pseudo-science at best. This is just common sense.

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

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NG 3 years ago

What is it when your dog sleeps with their paws under them like deer?

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

Their feet are cold.

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Lovin' Life 3 years ago

My dog does many or most of these things. Glad to know what they mean now. I am truly his best friend and so grateful to have him.

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Steph 3 years ago

Your dog is lucky to have you! Sounds like you deserve each other :-)

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Bill 3 years ago

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

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Paul Mitchell 3 years ago

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TheAnimalLady 3 years ago

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Demi Zwaan 3 years ago

Yeah, someone with a bachelor's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in occupational therapy is not qualified to give dog psychology. A lot of these tips are plain wrong.

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Deutschland Mädchen 3 years ago

Some of these were pretty good actually. My lil' doggo does most of these for the reasons that the OP states

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account

Meet Millie, a greyhound who was rescued from dog racing in 2018

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29 Facts About Dog Psychology Every Dog Owner Should Know, As Shared On This Viral TikTok Account

Meet Millie, a greyhound who was rescued from dog racing in 2018

Her owner Taylor Huerta has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in occupational therapy

And shares very interesting dog psychology facts on her pup's social media accounts

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Rokas Laurinavičius

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Mindaugas Balčiauskas

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