If you’ve ever had a dog unexpectedly sniff your private area, you may have wondered why they do it. While the behavior can feel awkward, animal behavior experts say it’s usually a completely normal part of how dogs explore the world around them.
Dogs experience their surroundings primarily through scent, and what may seem unusual to us is often simply their way of gathering information.
Dogs Rely on Their Sense of Smell
A dog’s sense of smell is remarkably powerful—far more sensitive than that of humans.
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