¿Por qué me mira cuando hace CACA? 🐕💩

Your dog probably also looks at you sideways when they relieve themselves. It's very common and habitual. However, why would they do this? You should know that this is completely normal behavior and that although some owners find it uncomfortable, there's nothing wrong with it. Do you want to know the reasons behind this behavior? You might be surprised. When you adopt a puppy or an adult dog, one of the first things you teach them is to urinate on the newspaper and then teach them to relieve themselves outside. Throughout this process, we use positive reinforcement to encourage this behavior, whether through treats, petting, or voice commands. Precisely because of the use of positive reinforcement, many dogs tend to look at their owners when they relieve themselves. Even if they have already fully established the habit, they they expect to earn their reward, even if it's just a simple very good Some dog training professionals suggest that dogs look at us when they poop because they feel more vulnerable. It is common for some dogs to hide or seek out secluded places to relieve themselves, which might seem like they would choose a private spot so as not to be bothered or the victim of a surprise attack. The dog would then maintain eye contact with its caregivers to feel more protected at such a delicate moment. However, this theory is not always true as some dogs actually use feces to mark their dog. Furthermore, most are completely accustomed to an urban environment, far from potential predators, so they do not feel insecure or vulnerable on the street. Dogs have varied body language that they display constantly to interact with the elements in their environment, although their guardians may not always be able to perceive it for them, a fixed and intense gaze, especially if it comes from an unknown individual, can be interpreted as a warning sign or as offensive behavior, which is why it usually generates distrust in them. For this reason, we do not advise you to stare intensely at an unknown dog while it relieves itself, especially if you are looking to create a positive bond with it. Now you know three reasons why your dog looks at you when they poop. Does your dog do it too? Why do you think yours does it? Leave your answer in the comments as well as suggestions for future videos, and don't forget to give us a like if you liked it and found it interesting. See you in the next video. Until next time, experts.