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Why do dogs roll in smelly stuff?

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While dogs have millions of scent receptors that humans don't, they are polar opposites when it comes to putting stuff on their skin. People like smells that are fresh, floral and fragrant. Dogs prefer dirty, dead and (to us) disgusting. Forget trying to prevent your dog from rolling around in the stinkiest things imaginable. read more

Veterinarians and behaviorists are not entirely sure why dogs roll in smelly things, but they do have a few ideas. One of the most widely known theories is that dogs do this to cover their own scent, hiding from prey or other predators. read more

According to experts, dogs are less likely to roll in dog feces. Dogs who do roll in dog feces, especially their own, may be trying to get attention or may be showing signs of stress. Other reasons dogs may roll in the worst-smelling things they can find can be to let other dogs know what “goodies” they have found. This is a pack behavior. read more

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