Most of a dog’s odd behavior is a genetic predisposition from their days as wild, untamed dogs that fended for themselves and had no human to answer to. From killing their stuffed animals to feeling the rush of wind on their face, owners are constantly amazed and amused by their furry four legged companions. Listed below are five peculiar habits that have their roots based deep within their DNA.
Teeth Shake
Ever wonder why a dog picks up a toy and shakes it furiously from side to side? Back in the days before domestication a wild dog would take its prey into his mouth and shake vigorously until the neck of his victim broke. Today the dog does it to a stuffed animal with much different results. Humans find this cute and endearing.
Food Shift
Some dogs will take their food out of the dish in one room and carry it into another room to eat it. This again goes back to the days when dogs had to fend for themselves. Lower members of the pack had to wait in line to get a turn to eat. Once they had their piece a dog would go to another area to eat, away from more dominant figures who may want to steal their food.
