Dog Instinctive Behavioral Responses How Many Do Dog Owners Know?
1. Pet Dog Diet and Behavior Habits
1. Feed Ratio Configuration
Dogs also need a certain amount of protein, so in terms of distribution, meat or feed sources with more animal protein are selected, while vegetarian options are supplementary to ensure the dog’s strong physique and healthy development!
2. Dogs Have Relatively Short Digestive Tracts
Dogs have shorter digestive tracts than herbivorous animals, and their stomach acid is stronger, which is suitable for digesting meat!
3. Choosing Bones to Chew
Dogs love chewing bones, which is one of their innate natures. Many owners often give leftover bones to them, but be sure not to give very brittle or sharp small bones as they are very dangerous.
4. Gastrointestinal Defense Ability
This is also a self-protection function of a dog’s stomach and intestines. When the system senses toxins inside, it triggers a vomiting response to try to expel the toxin from the digestive tract through the mouth.
5. Eating Grass to Clean the Gastrointestinal Tract
When dogs have stomach discomfort, they often eat wild grass outside. This is a very special skill, as they can always use their keen sense of smell to find herbs that help soothe themselves; it’s not because they are hungry and want to fill their stomach!
Caution: Do not let dogs smell onions, chives, or highly irritating foods or products for long periods, as it greatly harms their sense of smell.
6. Using the Tongue to Dissipate Heat
This point is well known, even if you don’t know it, you must have seen it! Dogs always open their mouths wide and stick out their tongues making a panting sound to evaporate moisture and cool down.
7. Pack Animal Hierarchy
Dogs are classic pack animals, of course with rankings or leader dogs to maintain group stability and reduce internal conflicts like food competition.
8. Very High Alertness
Dogs possess a high level of alertness. If not in a very familiar environment, they usually don’t relax easily, always remaining cautious of sounds or other stimuli.
9. Enjoy Being Petted
Most dogs like their owners to pet their belly or back. They feel very safe and understand your kindness, but it’s best not to pull their tail!
10. Approaching with a Low Posture
Dogs have their own rules for judging strangers. Usually, as long as you show goodwill and do not approach them from a high stance (which can cause anxiety from the pressure above), using a low posture that allows them to look you straight in the eye will let them lower their defenses.
11. Showing the Belly is Trust
If a dog shows its belly or sleeps exposing it, it means they trust their surroundings very much, so they only allow you to access their vulnerable belly when they feel truly at ease.