Can dogs sense earthquakes?

Storms. Just like with earthquakes, dogs can sense something on the horizon. Storms create an electromagnetic force that dogs can sense before the storm hits. Their olfactory senses are about 100 times more sensitive than that of a human and most likely can smell the electrical current in the air. read more

Either way, if a dog in an earthquake-prone area begins to act odd, the change in behavior shouldn’t be ignored. 2. Storms. Just like with earthquakes, dogs can sense something on the horizon. Storms create an electromagnetic force that dogs can sense before the storm hits. read more

The belief that animals can predict earthquakes has been around for centuries. In 373 B.C., historians recorded that animals, including rats, snakes and weasels, deserted the Greek city of Helice in droves just days before a quake devastated the place. read more

The jury is still deliberating when it comes to scientific evidence that proves the theory that dogs can sense earthquakes. Research into the possibility has focused on two of the dog senses, which are feeling and hearing. read more