Dog Digs At Floor

This need to escape could result in the scratching and digging at the floor to create an exit point.

Dog digs at floor.

Dogs are naturally wired to dig. Actually it s not his fault but his wolf like ancestor s. A dog scratching the floor at night could mean a lot of different things from anxiety to a medical condition. Once the dog is scratching on the floor you should be aware that there are reasons behind such an act.

Dogs need to dig it s just in their genes. Other times it may be an interesting smell that compels your dog to dig at a particular location before he rolls in it much as he would do outside in the dirt. Scratching at the ground helped wild dogs create secure and comfortable. Dogs will do strange and sometimes destructive things when they get bored such as tearing apart papers toys or chair cushions.

Some lapping at the floor and other surfaces is normal for your pooch but it s concerning when it s obsessive. Emotional issues such as fear and anxiety may be another point of concern that is causing your dog to scratch. Boredom can also cause dogs to dig at the carpet or couch cushions. Sometimes it may be as simple as him scratching to dig up that single crumb of food that fell in between the carpet threads.

Things such as being scared of a storm or strangers being present in the home can cause your dog to want to escape. There may be simple explanations as to why some dogs may engage in this behavior. Dogs scratch lick or chew for a wide variety of reasons ranging from allergies to boredom to parasite infestation. It is frustrating when your dog digs anyplace without apparent reason but when the excavation centers over the prized oriental rug it s time to come to terms with rover.

Some dogs scratch floors so much that they end up messing up the carpeting or hardwood flooring with their constant digging. Obsessive licking is incessant with your dog fully engrossed in it and it has no obvious cause or purpose. If your dog is scared this frantic digging can be an attempt to find a safe and secure spot. While scratching on tiled floors might seem like odd dog behavior to people it is actually just a natural urge dogs get to claim a favorite spot have a little fun or simply get comfortable.

When dog scratching gets out of hand it is often the result of allergies to food or environmental triggers including mold and pollen. This may indicate a health problem so schedule a vet appointment promptly.