Dogs are amusing themselves by spinning in circles

Their tails also have their own nerves. They can be said to be two independent individuals. They often regard their little tails as their own little toys. So when the dog is bored, or the scavenger is busy and has no time to play with it, it will play with its little tail. Moreover, under certain light, the shadow of the dog's tail will make the dog feel that there is an "enemy" behind it, so it will keep chasing the imaginary "enemy" it thinks and run in circles.

There may be a problem with the anal glands of dogs running in circles

As dogs age, a lot of waste fluid will accumulate in the anal glands, and if the waste fluid cannot be discharged, they will Cause congestion and even inflammation. Dogs chasing their tails in crazy circles may also be a sign that their anal glands are uncomfortable. Dogs’ anal glands need to be cleaned frequently. If they are not cleaned, the dog may suffer from inflammation and strong body odor. In addition to constantly circling and smelling his butt, he will also rub his anus on the ground.

A dog spinning in circles may mean that the tail has trauma or is infected with a skin disease

If there is discomfort in the tail, the first thing the dog will think of is to lick the area. However, dogs’ bodies are not particularly soft. Sometimes they cannot lick their tails completely, so they will spin in circles in a hurry. If you find your dog spinning in circles like crazy, you might as well check the dog’s lower body to its tail to see if it has any skin disease or trauma.

Dogs running in circles may be caused by parasites

If there are parasites on the dog, it will be very itchy. When they want to scratch it irritably but cannot, They will keep making money to vent their dissatisfaction.

Dogs spinning in circles may be due to neurological problems

(1) Brain damage will cause spinning

Generally, they appear excited or depressed, often circling to the injured side, with postures and Movement is abnormal, but gait is normal. Decreased vision or blindness (contralateral), normal pupillary reflexes, olfactory impairment, and decreased postural responses of the contralateral limb.

(2) Hypothalamic damage

Exhibit abnormal behavior, such as excitement, aggression, disorientation, coma, etc. Vision is weakened, pupils are dilated, and light reflex is weakened. Disorders of thermoregulation. Endocrine and water and salt metabolism disorders, hyperappetite.