Did you ever wonder why dogs dig in their beds?
This is typically a natural instinct. Your pup's ancestors often scratched at leaves and dirt in the wild to create a makeshift bed for sleeping. Moving the leaves and dirt around helped conceal them better from predators.
However, itโs more than just tradition, but letโs start at the beginning.ย Genetic evidence suggestsย dogs may have been first domesticated during a harsh glacial period in Siberia approximately 23,000 years ago. This may have been the first time a human witnessed dogs digging in their bed and stealing their covers
A few other reasons for this behavior:
1. Territorial - Thatโs right, your bed-scratching furry family member is marking your new bed as his territory. As with many other animals, dogs have scent glands on the bottom of their paws, and these secrete a pheromone that lets other animals know thatโs their territory.
2. Curiosity- Your dog may also be digging because heโs investigating what might be under the covers and cushions. This scratching behavior is something that often drives dog owners crazy, but they might have โburiedโ a toy or some leftover food under your covers, and now theyโre digging to get it back.ย
3. Anxiety -If your dogโs digging behavior seems compulsive or over the top, it could also be a sign of some kind of anxiety. You might consider consulting your veterinarian, but it might also be worthwhile to consider buying him aย calmingย dog bedย that can help calm him down.ย
If youโre a dog lover and love having your dog share your bed with you, but hate that he is always digging in your bed, itโs important to understand that this is a natural instinct for your pooch. Heโs just doing what his wild ancestors did for survival.ย โบ๏ธ๐ถ
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In spirit of #NationalPugDay, we chose this excited little pug to represent our sentiments about the arrival of some of the weekโs finest days! โบ๏ธ๐๐ผ๐ถ
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Today is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day!
Not so fun fact: A whopping 59% of cats and 54% of dogs in the U.S. are classified as overweight or obese, according to research conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). Hopefully your pet isnโt part of the statistics but if so, todayโs the perfect day to take a longer walk, play a little longer, and nibble a little less! A trip to the vet is also a good idea, just to make sure your pup is in good health! โบ๏ธ๐ถ๐
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Happy new month! We chose the beautiful Afghan Hound for our Breed of the Month! ๐ถ
The Afghan hound is known for its long, silky coat and is a breed of dog popular for its show-worthy qualities. Afghan hounds are considered one of nine ancient or โbasalโ breeds, meaning their DNA is more closely related to the dogs of ancient history than common contemporary breeds.
Though the breed originated in Afghanistan (where the breed name was Tazi), most of todayโs Afghan hounds are thought to have originated in early 20th century Great Britain.
In addition to their striking appearance, Afghan hounds are known for their independence and self-confidence, as well as their sweet, fairly quiet, and humorous nature around humans they are comfortable with. ๐ถ
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September 2021 Breed of the Month: The Doberman!
Sleek and powerful, possessing both a magnificent physique and keen intelligence, the Doberman Pinscher is one of dogkind's noblemen. This incomparably fearless and vigilant breed stands proudly among the world's finest protection dogs. ๐ถ
Dobermans are compactly built dogs'muscular, fast, and powerful'standing between 24 to 28 inches at the shoulder. The body is sleek but substantial, and is covered with a glistening coat of black, blue, red, or fawn, with rust markings. These elegant qualities, combined with a noble wedge-shaped head and an easy, athletic way of moving, have earned Dobermans a reputation as royalty in the canine kingdom. A well-conditioned Doberman on patrol will deter all but the most foolish intruder.
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