Hey there, fellow dog lovers, today, I am going to write about an article that makes me chuckle a lot – why do dogs chase their tails and bite it? You might have witnessed your fluffy buddy continually moving circularly to curve in that Samoyed tail, right? So much like a giant game of tag that never really ends! You know, I’ve wondered the same thing before and have even done some research to learn more about why they chase their tail. Let us dive deeper to understand this mystery and comprehend why our puppies love chasing tails so much.
Reasons behind why DO dogs chase their tails:
There are several reasons and factors behind the dogs chasing their tails:
Playtime Fun:
You know how our dogs are always ready to play and have a good time? Well, chasing their tail and biting it is just another way they like to have fun! Ever since it was founded, our dogs are always chasing their tail- a source of entertainment for them. It’s their own little game they play and something you can’t help but join in with. Next time your pooch is chasing its tail in circles try to remember that it’s all for fun. Well, who can blame them for wanting to have a little bit of fun?
Boredom Buster:
Do you find that when no one has been around for a few hours your dog seems to be chasing its tail more? Because they might be feeling a tad unhappy themselves. Just like us, but we all need things that entertain us straight. Going around in a circle is just one of their strategies to beat the boredom. So, if you see your pup being chased around the house by that tail of theirs this could be a sign they need more time to entertain themselves or maybe even get them a new toy! Speaking of which, an active dog is a happy one!
Attention Seeker:
Our dogs always want to be the stars of their show, don’t they? Does running around in circles and chasing after their tail mean that they are just screaming, “Hey! Look at me!”? Because they realize we laugh, or stop the world to look at them and so then keep doing it more for additional love. It is their special little gesture of a unique, “Look at me, I am so adorable” way. There you have it, so next time your fur-baby is running around in circles chasing its tail show them a little appreciation with either some gentle head patting or scratching behind the ears. I mean, they look so cute playing after all.
Anxiety or Stress:
Another reason behind why dogs chase their tails is to cope up with anxiety or stress. Our dogs can also be anxious or stressed out just like us. So, when they are feeling like this, spinning in a circle might be a way to cope. Maybe they are anxious to be home alone, or maybe there was a noise outside that spooked them. For a little while at least, chasing their tails tells them to forget their worries. Therefore, if you have noticed your pup is chasing his tail more frequently or seems a bit stressed out, try to give them some extra attention. And hey, you really can never go wrong with just snuggling that much longer if it helps to put them at ease!
Natural Instincts:
Did you know that for your dog’s compulsive tail chasing exercise can be linked to their instincts? It’s true! Their ancestors in the wild – like wolves are known to do that today to sharpen their hunting skills or burn up some steam. Although your little fur baby no longer has to hunt his or her meals, the hunter in him or her is still programmed into their very being. So, if they notice their exuberant, happy tail start flapping about then it is a cue from the beginning of time to give chase. It’s something that they do without even realizing it! Therefore, the next time you witness your four-legged friend in full-on tail-chasing spree — just know that it’s all a part of their natural instincts kicking into gear. And hey, who knows? They’re probably just practicing for that next big game of backyard cat-and-mouse!
Here we take a closer look at why our fluffy pals are obsessed with chasing their tails, and it is evident that there few reasons behind why dogs chase their tails. Either way, dogs definitely keep us entertained in life whether it is for playtime fun or to bust boredom or just an attention seeking behavior. It can be a sign of stress-relief for your dog and many behaviors fall back on following their natural instincts. The next time you witness your pooch spinning around in circles after its tail, observe the happiness as well as the craziness they add to our lives. Even so, life living with our furry friends can be quite the adventure; tail chasing and all! Here’s to our precious pups and the never-ending love they give us all day, every day.
