What Your Dog's Sleeping Position Reveals About Their Personality, Health and Character
Dogs’ Sleeping Positions can reveal a lot about their personality, health and how they are feeling. Here is what dog sleeping positions mean.
This guide breaks down the most common dog sleeping positions and explains the science behind why dogs sleep in certain ways.
• The Donut or Curled-up
Does your dog like to tuck its paws beneath itself and curl up so that its head rests on its tail? Good, this is referred to as the Donut or Fuzzy Bagel position. This resting position means that your dog might be trying to conserve body heat and provide protection to the fundamental parts of its body. It’s the most common sleeping position for animals in the wild, too, as it helps conserve warmth and protects the vital organs.
Dogs typically sleep in this position in winter or fall when they are cold. But don’t worry, many happy dogs sleep this way! It’s just an incredibly comfortable, warm way for them to sleep.
• On the back or Crazy Legs
This is one of the most adorable and at the same time weird sleeping positions common to dogs which will leave you surprised at most times.
If you spot your dog lying on its back and stretching out its leg at particular angles, this is an indication that it is confident and relaxed with its surroundings. Exposing its belly will tell you that it is submissive and vulnerable. The legs stretched at a certain angle is a sign that your dog trusts you and sees your home as its own.
On the other hand, this position might show that the dog is feeling hot and they adopt this position to quickly cool down. Dogs’ belly has thinner fur and the paws hold the sweat glands. So this sleeping position is the best way to beat the heat.
Dogs who prefer this kind of sleeping position are viewed as independent with a calm nature.
• Back-to-Back or The Cuddle Bug
If your dog is cuddling up with you, or you notice him sleeping back-to-back with the other dogs in your house, there is a simple reason for that.
The tendency that many dogs need to cuddle when they sleep is a holdover from when they were puppies. This also has to do with the body heat, since puppies have difficulty regulating their body temperature. As the dogs mature, sleeping back to back becomes a sort of habit from puppyhood.
If your dog is cuddling up with you, it is an instinctual way for a dog to show that you are like one of the other dogs and they trust you.
• Superman
This is another funny sleeping position that will leave you perplexed and bring a warm smile to your face. In this position, the dog is seen to sleep on its stomach with its limb stretched out forward. What comes to your mind when you spot your dog in this position is the image of a superman. Pretty cool, huh?
However, this position does not come without meaning as it is quite easy for the dog to get up on its feet. Therefore, you can only spot your dog in this position when it is taking a nap. You cannot see it sleeping like this at night.
Also, this position is an indication that your dog is in the mood to play and would give you a good time if you are willing to have a bit of fun. You wouldn't want to deprive your dog of the fun in moments like this, right?
• Side Sleeping
If your dog adopts this kind of sleeping position, it is an indication that it has no worries. It is relaxed and comfortable in the surrounding it occupies and no uncertainty about it.
The kind of dogs that adopt a side sleeping position are the ones that are affectionate and share a close bond with their owners.
• The Lion Pose
In this position, the muscles of the dog are tense and contracted and this actually prevents it from falling into a deep sleep. Therefore, this is a sleeping position adopted by a dog to relieve itself of stress and be comfortable.
They get into this position sometimes when they have a considerable amount of energy and they don't feel like sleeping. They would prefer staying in a resting position where they can easily get up and play.
• Laying on your clothes
If your dog sleeps on your clothes, it means it loves you. Your clothing has your scent on it and dogs always want to feel closer to you.
• Circling and Digging
It is usual for dogs to circle in the area where they sleep and even do a little digging before they eventually doze off. From the inception, dogs are known to trample down the grass in order to acquire optimal comfort as possible. They might also dig in order to keep themselves warm.
Do you want to share with us how your dog sleeps in a way different from the ones we have mentioned? Drop a comment below. Give us a thumbs up and remember to subscribe to our channel.
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Beggin by Måneskin with Lyrics/Testo
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[Måneskin]
Put your loving hand out, baby
'Cause I'm beggin'
[Måneskin]
I'm beggin', beggin' you
So put your loving hand out baby
I'm beggin', beggin' you
So put your loving hand out darlin'
[Måneskin]
Ridin' high, when I was king
I played it hard and fast, 'cause I had everything
I walked away, you want me then
But easy come and easy go
And it would end
So, any time I need ya, let me go
Yah, any time I feed you, get me? No
Any time I see you, let me know
But I planted that seed, just let me grow
I'm on my knees while I'm beggin'
'Cause I don't want to lose you
Hey yeah, ratatata
[Måneskin]
I'm beggin', beggin' you
And put your loving hand out baby
I'm beggin', beggin' you
And put your loving hand out darlin'
[Måneskin]
I need you to understand
Tried so hard to be your man
The kind of man you want in the end
Only then can I begin to live again
An empty shell
I used to be
The shadow of my life
Was hangin over me
A broken man
But I don't know
Won't even stand the devil's dance
To win my soul
[Måneskin]
What we doin'? What we chasin'?
What about 'em, why the basement?
Why we got good shit, don't embrace it?
Why the feel for the need to replace me?
You on a runway track from the good
I want to paint in the pictures any way we could, react
Like the heart in a trash where you should
You done gave it away, ya' had it till you took it back
But I keep walkin' on
Keep rockin' dawns
Keep walking forward
Now the court is yours
Keep browsin' halls
'Cause I don't wanna live in a broken home
Girl I'm beggin'
[Måneskin]
Mhh ye-e-e-ah
I'm beggin', beggin' you
So put your loving hand out baby
I'm beggin', beggin' you
So put your loving hand out darlin'
[Måneskin]
I'm fightin' hard
To hold my own
Just can't make it all alone
I'm holdin' on
I can't fall back
I'm just a con about to fade to black
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Put your loving hand out baby
I'm beggin', beggin' you
So put your loving hand out darlin'
I'm beggin', beggin' you
So put your loving hand out baby
I'm beggin', beggin' you
So put your loving hand out darlin'
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Review of the Top 10 Dog Breeds and Which Breed is Right for You
German Shepherd
As herding dogs in the past, German Shepherds would guide, herd, and protect livestock. Because of this, German Shepherds may sometimes act a bit distant or aloof. They will love you and your family, but they may give all new people the stink eye. German Shepherds respond extremely well to training.
These dogs need daily exercise.
German Shepherds shed heavily and frequently.
The Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are one of the most popular dog breeds and there are many good reasons for that. These dogs are loyal, active, family dogs.
Unfortunately though, if you are looking for a dog that will protect your family in the event of a break-in, a Golden is not a good choice.
When it comes to energy levels though, Golden retrievers do need a decent amount of exercise.
Be prepared to groom your Golden often—these pups shed frequently, and heavily.
The Labrador
Labs are wonderful pets for families and children, and they play nicely with other dogs. Labs are so obedient and kind that they often serve as therapy dogs for the sick and the blind.
Remember though that Labs are a large breed and therefore, require plenty of regular, vigorous exercise, in order to stay healthy and fit.
Just like golden retrievers, labs are notorious shedders and have a double coat that needs routine maintenance and grooming.
The Beagle
Beagles are known for their excellent nose and their love to hunt.
One of the advantages to owning a beagle is that they are a smaller dog with a shorter coat. If you are living in an apartment situation where you have a size limit, a beagle will likely fit.
And remember, Beagles are very stubborn and can be difficult to train. Their bark may be quite sharp. Beagles have a much shorter coat which means less shedding.
The Poodle
Poodles, whether standard, miniature, or toy in size, are easily recognized by their distinctive, curly fur. Poodles of all sizes need to be brushed daily, and keeping the coat neat and attractive involves frequent trips to the groomer. If not cared for properly, a Poodle’s fur can become matted and poorly conditioned.
This dog is excellent with children, does everything possible to please its owner, is loving and affectionate, and gets along incredibly well with other animals if introduced while young. Even better, due to their single fur, Poodles shed very little and are, therefore, a good choice for owners who suffer from pet allergies.
The English Bulldog
One of the advantages to owning an English Bulldog is the calm and lazy temperament of the dog. Low exercise requirements allow Bulldogs to be comfortable living in an apartment.
Bulldogs are expensive to purchase and prone to numerous health issues.
Bulldogs shed a moderate amount of hair. They drool often and tend to be gassy because of their body composition.
These dogs seldom bark, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t noisy. Bulldogs make a symphony of snorts and snores.
The French Bulldog
French bulldogs make excellent pets for city-dwellers, since they rarely bark, are small in size, and require minimal exercise. Frenchies' flat face makes them unable to cool down in hot weather and they need to be protected from heatstroke.
While English bulldogs require 2-3 a week brushing, Frenchies don’t shed much and one brushing per week is enough to keep their coat healthy and free of dead hair.
The Rottweiler
Rottweiler may become very territorial of your home and family, and will instinctively find it challenging to accept the presence of strangers or visitors. This requires significant amounts of training and socialization to resolve.
These pups’ double-coat sheds moderately, and Rottweilers are one of the most expensive dog breeds.
The Siberian Husky
Huskies originated in Northeast Asia where they are bred by the Chukchi people for sled-pulling, guarding, and companionship. As born pack dogs, Siberians enjoy family life and get on well with other dogs;
The breed's stamina, extreme intelligence and independent nature makes them very stubborn.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis
Corgis may not be a good fit for bicyclists though because Corgis’ stumpy legs are too short to keep up with the fast pace of a bicycle.
Corgis are often willing and eager to please, but they have a stubborn streak to them that can sometimes become problematic. These herding dogs require a lot of exercise.
Mutts
These dogs tend to be less expensive and maybe less prone to hereditary health conditions. This is because, over generations, breeders have perpetuated and magnified genetic flaws in many of the popular purebreds. Pugs, for example, are prone to respiratory problems because of their short nose.
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8 Odd Cat Behaviors Explained
Why cats sit on anything you're reading
You probably have noticed that cats love to sit or walk over anything you’re looking at - whether it’s a book, laptop, or newspaper.
Believe it or not, it has been happening for centuries…There are cat paw prints even on a manuscript from the fifteenth century.
First of all, those items have your scent on them. Like many animals, cats are largely guided by their sense of smell; and if an object smells like you, they want to be near it because it makes them feel safe and content.
Another reason cats like to sit on your items is because they're very territorial. When cats walk over your stuff, they transfer their pheromones to the object, giving it a scent that's uniquely theirs. This is a cat’s way to establish their ownership.
And remember, cats are intelligent animals, so they know that whatever you’re reading is taking up all your attention—and that’s the very attention they want for themselves. So they’ll sit or walk right over your stuff so that you’ll have to focus on them.
Why cats sneer
This phenomenon has a scientific name; It’s called the Flehman response. And this behavior isn’t limited to domestic cats. Many other mammals, including lions and horses perform this action too.
When a cat displays the Flehmen response, they’re basically analyzing a particular scent.
This response lets the scent travel along the roof of the mouth where a specialized sensory structure known as the vomeronasal organ is located.
Why cats don’t always cover their waste
In the wild, weaker and smaller cats bury their excrement to eliminate odors and prevent attracting the attention of predators.
Dominant cats that are competing for territory, such as leopards, lions, and tigers, often don’t bury their feces, sending a message that they are declaring that the area is theirs. Mountain lions even build a little hill using dirt and leaves and then deposit their poop on top.
When a domesticated cats suddenly chooses not to bury their waste, they may want to let other cats know about their presence.
Your cat may also not bury their waste if they don’t like the texture or smell of the litter. Painful medical problems, like a urinary tract infection or a sore paw, might also make a cat want to poop outside litter box.
Why cats blep
Blepping is when your cat sticks their tongue out of their mouth.
Experts say blepping is the way cats investigate their surroundings, using their sense of taste to understand what’s going on around them.
Blepping may also happen when the cat forgets to put their tongue back in after eating or grooming. It can happen when you distract them in the middle of an eating or grooming session.
Why kittens freeze when grabbed by the neck
At one time or another you’ve probably witnessed a mother cat carrying her kittens around by the scruff of their neck. This form of transport is known as scruffing.
They can do that because kittens have a reflex in which their bodies go totally limp when picked up by the scruff.
The scruff was designed by nature as a handle to transport kittens from one place to another.
Why cats follow you everywhere in the house
If you live with a feline, you’ll have noticed that they follow you everywhere.
More often than not, cats follow us around because they like our companionship. Contrary to what many people believe, cats love being with their human companions.
Another reason why cats follow you is because they want to be entertained. It's common for felines to be bored because they often spend all their time indoors.
Cats may also follow you when they are patrolling their territory. They want to spread their scent, and to find possible intruders.
Why cats hate closed doors
If you have ever closed a door behind your cat, you probably know that a closed room is something that cats hate.
Cats may be attracted to closed doors because they want to know what is happening on the other side of it, especially if they hear or smell something that piques their curiosity.
Pawing at your closed door also indicates that your pet enjoys your company and wants to hang out with you.
And keep in mind that some cats don’t like closed doors because of their territorial nature. Cats believe they actually own your house and they get confused when part of their territory is closed off from them.
Why cats pee outside the litter box
The state or quality of the litter in the box is usually the reason of out-of-box urination. Cats are very clean animals, and they don’t like visiting a litter box that is not regularly cleaned.
The proper litter box set up will offer your feline peace and privacy, but it must still be easy for your cat to access.
Urine-marking is another reason cats may urinate out of the litter box.
Stress or medical issues are also a huge factor when it comes to house-soiling issues
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Small Dog breeds that Stay small and don't Shed [Top 10 Small Dog Breeds for Families]
Most amazing Top 10 Small Dog Breeds that Stay Small Forever and Best Small Dog Breeds for New Owners. Dogs that don't shed. All these dog breeds are small dog breeds for small homes or the best apartment dogs.
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10 Odd Dog Behaviors and What They Actually Mean
10 Interesting Dog Behaviors Finally Explained
Why dogs circle before pooping
By spinning in circles before relieving themselves, your pup is making sure there are no predators like snakes hiding in the grass.
Scent marking their territory is another reason why dogs circle before they eliminate. Dogs have scent glands on their paws. When they’re spinning and stepping all over the grass before doing their business, they are actually leaving messages to other dogs.
Dogs also prefer to poop along the earth’s north-south axis.
Why dogs take your spot
Have you ever gotten up from your seat and returned to see your pup curled up in your spot? Dogs often steal your seat because they enjoy the scent and warmth you leave behind.
Dogs have a pack mentality so they enjoy sleeping in warm piles with their family.
Why dogs lick each other’s private parts
Not only do dogs smell things out of curiosity, they taste and lick things to learn more about their surroundings.
When you see a dog licking another dog’s private parts, they are simply getting to know that other dog.
Dogs also lick each other’s private parts to practice good hygiene with their friend. Grooming is a sign of affection and it indicates the two dogs are getting along and like each other.
This practice is commonly referred to as “dog social grooming”.
Why dogs sleep with open eyes
Some dogs sleep with partially open eyes.
When a dog sleeps with open eyes, what you are actually seeing is their third eyelid, rather than the surface of the eyeball.
This pink-colored membrane sweeps away any dust or debris from the eyes and keeps the eyeball moist.
Why dogs smell people's crotches
The crotch area has certain type of sweat glands called apocrine glands, which produce chemicals that convey social information. These chemicals are called pheromones. Pheromones carry all sorts of information about the age, health, and mood of the individual. When dogs smell a person’s crotch, they are trying to gain information about that person.
Likewise, when a dog sniffs another dog’s behind, they are trying to gain information about the other dog. Dogs have glands in their rear end that release chemicals that tell a lot to other dogs. Unneutered male dogs are particularly known for being avid sniffers when searching for a mate because they want to know if a female is pregnant or ovulating.
Why dogs expose their belly to you or other dogs
Belly-exposing behavior in canines usually indicates trust and acceptance.
A dog may also use this submissive display as a way to avoid confrontation. In the wild, our canines' wolf ancestors would adopt this submissive posture to diffuse social tension by showing that they're not a threat. To know if a belly-exposing behavior is out of trust or appeasement, look at a dog's whole body. Dogs who feel safe around you will show loose, wiggly body posture with relaxed, wagging tail. In contrast, a dog who is showing submissive behavior will crouch, freeze, or show tense body language.
Why dogs follow you everywhere
There are reasons behind a dog’s clingy behavior.
One reason your dog wants to stay close to your side is positive reinforcement. If every time you are with your pup, they get affection or treats, they’re likely to follow you around more often.
And remember, young puppies who are less than 6 months old recognize you as a parent or other object of trust, and they imprint you as they would their mother. Of course, a dog’s desire to follow us is also an expression of loyalty and love.
Why some dogs display aggressive behaviors when they are on leash
You’re starting to enjoy walking your dog, he explodes and starts barking and lunging at other people or dogs. Trainers call this problem “Leash reactivity”
Leash reactivity is often rooted in fear and insecurity. Off-leash, a dog can run away, but on-leash, a dog is trapped and has to act aggressively to protect himself. This is because the leash doesn’t allow them to escape from the thing that’s upsetting them.
And remember, when dogs learn that displaying aggressive behavior works in deterring a threat, they are likely to keep repeating the behavior.
And the second common reason for reactivity is frustration. Some dogs pull and bark on-leash when they want to play with another dog.
Why dogs pant
More often than not, dogs pant to cool themselves down.
Dogs may also pant when they’re feeling stressed or anxious. You often see this type of panting during visits to the vet, when you scold them.
Why dogs eat snow
More often than not, dogs eat snow because they are thirsty. Winter brings very dry air, and dogs lose a lot of their body moisture through their breath. In fact, before dogs were domesticated, their ancestors in colder climates often had to rely on eating snow to hydrate.
Dogs also nibble on snow because they simply like it. Snow is soft, fluffy, and hard to catch, and dogs find it fascinating.
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