Embarrassed by Dog Humping? Learn Why Dogs Hump

Maybe you have been in this or a similar situation. You have a guest over or you are talking with a neighbor and all of a sudden your dog starts… humping. Yes, humping. How embarrassing.

So why do dogs hump?

Is it just a sexual action or can it also be a signal of power and rank?

You may be surprised by the answer. Our wonderful animal behaviorist, Dr. Nicholas Dodman, who deals with all sorts of behavioral issues wrote an article for us entitled Humping in Dogs that cover this topic very well.

So, if you have ever wondered "Why Do Dogs Hump?", take a minute to read this article.

Go to: Humping by Dogs.