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Most Common Dog Behaviors and What They Mean

We love our furry pooches but let’s face it, sometimes they can do some slightly strange things. It can be difficult to judge when these dog behaviors are normal and when they are a reason for concern.

Here are 16 of the most common dog behaviors and what they mean.

Why Do Dogs Eat Poop? I Everything You Need to Know 

We all know how mortifying it can be to see your precious angel doing something so gross. Many owners find it quite upsetting when their dogs eat their own feces, but it’s a more common behavior amongst canines than you might think.

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Why Do Dogs Lick Their Paws? 9 Potential Reasons 

Watching your pup lick their paws can be a very cute sight to behold. Most of the time, this light afternoon licking is totally harmless and to be expected.

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Why Do Dogs Bark at Night? 11 Reasons 

With dogs, it’s that infuriating habit of barking at inappropriate times. When it’s at night, it can distress us, keep us out of sleep, and make enemies of our neighbors.

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Why Do Dogs Shake Their Heads? 11 Potential Causes and What to Do About Them 

Rest assured that head shaking is a common behavior that all dogs do on the regular. While you use your hands to solve most problems, for your pooch, there’s little that a good shake of the head can’t fix.

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Why Does My Dog Sleep on Me? | 14 Possible Reasons 

As pup parents, you want to know that your fur baby is happy and healthy and that their behavior isn't indicative of an underlying concern.

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