Dog Humping - Why Do Dogs Hump? *

*Humping might not be the most politically correct term, however that is the what most people use to describe this activity, thus our use of the word.

There are several reasons that your dog might be humping you or others. Below are some of the most common reasons given by various veterinarians:

1. Your dog might be showing you a great sign of affection;
2. Your dog might be displaying his dominance;
3. Your dog might have an anal sac infection; or
4. Your dog might be doing it just to do it even if they have been altered.

If your dog’s humping is bothering you, rest assured that there are steps you can take to help your furry friend overcome this ailment.

1. You might want to watch him and tell him “no” before he does it;
2. You might not want to allow dominance displays to occur in your home;
3. You might want to reward him when he obeys;  or
4. You might need to take your dog to the vet to check his anal sacs.

If none of the above remedies work then you should consult your vet to see what exactly might be causing the problem.