Sometimes when we take our dog out for a walk, we see dogs and other dogs sniffing each other's butts, so why? Let me briefly describe a few reasons, which are finally clear after so many years!
Confirming whether the other party has met
When dogs meet and smell each other's butts, one of the reasons is to know whether they have ever met this dog and whether they have been in contact. If they have been in contact before, they will know the smell of each other, so smell it to see if it is a smell that has been exposed before.
Exchange information with each other
Dogs have a lot of information hidden in their anal glands, and sniffing each other's butts is one of the ways dogs greet each other. Whether it is a friend they have met or a first time meeting, they can actually exchange information with each other by doing so, can better understand each other, and can also allow each other to understand themselves better.
Want to know if the other is male or female
Dogs smell each other's butts, which allows them to quickly identify whether the other is male or female. Male dogs and female dogs, they may not be the same, so the way dogs get along may not be the same.
Check if mating is possible
When dogs are in heat, they will want to find a suitable mate. If dogs during this period smell the butts of other dogs, it can actually help them find a mate quickly and confirm whether the dog can mate.
The owner should pay close attention to the dogs in estrus to avoid random mating. In addition, many dogs will have loss of appetite during this period. The owner can feed them some goat milk powder, on the one hand, it can supplement nutrition, on the other hand It can boost your dog's appetite.
Confirm who has a higher status
Many people think that whoever is the boss among dogs can only decide the outcome by fighting. Actually not, dogs can know each other's strength by smelling each other's butts, so they can judge who is the boss. This way is really weird, but there is no way, this is a dog's natural habit, you can't stop it.
There are certain reasons why dogs smell each other's butts. The owner must not feel "dirty". Usually, he still needs to spend more time to understand the dog. The owner should also pay attention to the dog's diet. If the dog eats a single food or human food for a long time, it will cause unbalanced nutrition. It is recommended to feed low-salt, light, nutritionally balanced dog food. Occasionally, some complementary food can be appropriately matched, so that the dog's nutrition is more comprehensive. , the body will be healthier.
Conclusion: Do you still know why dogs smell each other's butts?
