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, explained that dogs may dig for all different kinds of reasons."Dogs dig to create a nice and cool place to settle in and relax, to file their own nails, to escape an enclosure, out of boredom, or because they smell something interesting that they want to investigate," Madson said. Not to mention, specific dog breeds,
and terriers, were actually bred to dig for small creatures, including rats or rabbits, that burrow deep beneath soft surfaces."It can be a very fun and rewarding activity for dogs and is a natural canine instinct," Madson added.Madson added that although dogs may sometimes like to dig for fun,."If your dog is digging to try and escape their yard or is digging out of boredom, they need more enrichment in their environment and might need more exercise as well," Madson said.
Even though digging is considered usual canine behavior, when does it become worrisome? As it turns out, it depends on their breed mix and how much they like the actual act of digging."It's too much digging if they dig despite hurting their paws or nails, or if they can't seem to stop digging," Madson advised."This can be a sign of an underlying anxiety issue.Thankfully, there are a few easy tips you can follow if you notice that your dog has been getting too busy digging.
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