Results: Canine Conundrum
Published on 11/08/2022
Every time my dog and I walk past a certain property, if the owner's dog is outside, he does the same thing. I'm angling for some suggestions as to what the dog's actions mean.
QUESTIONS
GO to COMMENTS
Comments
1.
1.
As we approach the house, the dog rushes to the front of his large fenced-in area of the yard, and barks vigorously. He seems more excited than hostile. He then turns sharply and bolts to the back of the yard only to return carrying a Frisbee. It's the consistent repetition of this behavior that amuses me. (The accompanying photos are not of the actual dog, but a lookalike.) Have you ever had a dog do this as you walked past his property?
Yes
19%
446 votes
Unsure
12%
278 votes
I'm vision-impaired.
2%
44 votes
I never walk past dogs in yards.
7%
165 votes
No
41%
947 votes
N/A
18%
420 votes
2.
2.
I really not asking you to put yourselves into the mind of a dog. (Actually, I guess I kind of AM.) But what do you think the dog's behavior means?
He wants you to throw the Frisbee so he can run and catch it.
44%
1018 votes
He is making sure his Frisbee is protected and not stolen by your dog.
6%
146 votes
He is proud of his possession and showing it off. "I've got a Frisbee, and you don't."
12%
277 votes
Whoa, you are attributing HUMAN thought processes to a mutt!
3%
64 votes
You're overthinking it. It's just a dog and a Frisbee.
4%
87 votes
Your life needs more excitement if you find this entertaining!
2%
44 votes
I have no idea.
15%
338 votes
N/A
19%
432 votes
I don't know, but I think the behavior is cute and funny.
13%
292 votes
3.
3.
Do you think my dog understands what the dog with the Frisbee is trying to communicate?
Of course
28%
647 votes
She knows, but she's not telling.
10%
241 votes
I guess it's possible.
27%
620 votes
Don't be silly.
5%
109 votes
Okay, now you have me worried.
3%
72 votes
N/A
26%
587 votes
No, and the cat next door doesn't have a clue either!
7%
152 votes
COMMENTS