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Why Does My Dog Do That? Understanding Your Dog's Weird and Wonderful Behaviours
Ever wondered why your dog steals your socks, gets the zoomies, eats grass or insists on sitting on your feet? You're not alone.
In this episode of the Pawsitively Spoilt Podcast, Tanya is joined by dog behaviour expert Lara Shannon to answer some of the most common (and often hilarious) questions dog owners ask.
Together, they unpack the science and instincts behind everyday canine behaviours, helping you better understand what your dog is trying to tell you. From quirky habits to behaviours that may signal something more, this episode is packed with practical insights for every dog owner.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why dogs eat grass
- Why they carry food away from their bowl before eating
- How they always manage to spit out tablets hidden in treats
- Why dogs twitch, bark or run in their sleep
- Why they spin in circles before lying down
- The reason dogs dig on couches and beds
- Why they bring you toys but won't let you have them
- What paw chewing could mean
- Why dogs steal socks and other household items
- What causes the famous "zoomies"
- Why some dogs love sitting on your feet
Whether you're raising a Cavoodle, another oodle, or any breed of dog, this episode will help you understand the behaviours that leave so many owners scratching their heads.
Tune in to discover what your dog's quirky habits really mean—and when they're perfectly normal versus when it's worth seeking professional advice.
About Lara Shannon
Lara Shannon is one Australia’s leading animal welfare advocates and canine experts, reaching over five million Australians each year through her education work, books and TV shows to help improve the lives of companion animals.
A certified dog trainer, behaviourist and pet food nutrition specialist, Lara has been a regular on Australian TV and radio stations for the past three decades promoting important animal conservation, dog training, behaviour and other pet care issues.
She is the Executive Producer and Host of the popular Channel 10 TV shows, Pooches at Play and The Dog Down Under, as well as 7TWO’s Animal SOS Australia and Editor of Poochesatplay.com.
Through her TV shows, digital platforms and books, World of Dogs and Eat, Play, Love (Your Dog), as well as her work with animal shelters and pet charities, Lara’s mission is to help reduce the needless euthanasia of adoptable shelter animals to zero, and to help dog owners provide their dogs with the healthiest, happiest life possible.
Further resources and to order Lara’s books visit: https://poochesatplay.com/
To learn more about Lara visit: https://larashannon.com/
FInd her on social media:
Instagram: @poochesatplay @larashannon
Facebook: @poochesatplay @larashannonau
TikTok: @larashannon01
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By Tanya WilliamsWhy Does My Dog Do That? Understanding Your Dog's Weird and Wonderful Behaviours
Ever wondered why your dog steals your socks, gets the zoomies, eats grass or insists on sitting on your feet? You're not alone.
In this episode of the Pawsitively Spoilt Podcast, Tanya is joined by dog behaviour expert Lara Shannon to answer some of the most common (and often hilarious) questions dog owners ask.
Together, they unpack the science and instincts behind everyday canine behaviours, helping you better understand what your dog is trying to tell you. From quirky habits to behaviours that may signal something more, this episode is packed with practical insights for every dog owner.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why dogs eat grass
- Why they carry food away from their bowl before eating
- How they always manage to spit out tablets hidden in treats
- Why dogs twitch, bark or run in their sleep
- Why they spin in circles before lying down
- The reason dogs dig on couches and beds
- Why they bring you toys but won't let you have them
- What paw chewing could mean
- Why dogs steal socks and other household items
- What causes the famous "zoomies"
- Why some dogs love sitting on your feet
Whether you're raising a Cavoodle, another oodle, or any breed of dog, this episode will help you understand the behaviours that leave so many owners scratching their heads.
Tune in to discover what your dog's quirky habits really mean—and when they're perfectly normal versus when it's worth seeking professional advice.
About Lara Shannon
Lara Shannon is one Australia’s leading animal welfare advocates and canine experts, reaching over five million Australians each year through her education work, books and TV shows to help improve the lives of companion animals.
A certified dog trainer, behaviourist and pet food nutrition specialist, Lara has been a regular on Australian TV and radio stations for the past three decades promoting important animal conservation, dog training, behaviour and other pet care issues.
She is the Executive Producer and Host of the popular Channel 10 TV shows, Pooches at Play and The Dog Down Under, as well as 7TWO’s Animal SOS Australia and Editor of Poochesatplay.com.
Through her TV shows, digital platforms and books, World of Dogs and Eat, Play, Love (Your Dog), as well as her work with animal shelters and pet charities, Lara’s mission is to help reduce the needless euthanasia of adoptable shelter animals to zero, and to help dog owners provide their dogs with the healthiest, happiest life possible.
Further resources and to order Lara’s books visit: https://poochesatplay.com/
To learn more about Lara visit: https://larashannon.com/
FInd her on social media:
Instagram: @poochesatplay @larashannon
Facebook: @poochesatplay @larashannonau
TikTok: @larashannon01