TAMPA BAY, Fla. (BLOOM) – If you’ve ever had a dog suddenly latch onto your leg, a pillow, or even another pet, you’ve probably wondered: Why do dogs hump? While it might seem awkward or even funny, ...

Dogs sniff each other’s butts and stick their faces in our crotches as a way to say hello. Not exactly our style, but it’s the canine version of networking (“Oh my gosh, Luna! We met at the park last ...

I receive numerous emails asking something like, "Why does my dog hump other dogs?" Sometimes people ask, "Why does my dog hump his water bowl, her favorite toy, or my or other peoples' legs?" or "Why ...

Humping is a pretty common behavior for dogs, but it’s not one we tend to enjoy as dog parents. There are a number of reasons why dogs hump – both male and female – and it’s very rarely because ...

Dog humping, also known as mounting or rutting, is a behavior that many dog owners find puzzling or embarrassing. Despite its ...

Yes, male dogs mount and hump females when they're trying to make more of themselves, but there's no evidence that humping is strongly—scientists would say "statistically significantly"—related to ...

Q: Despite being female and neutered, my dog constantly humps other dogs and even visitors’ legs. It’s so embarrassing. What can I do about it? A: Dogs get up to all kinds of cringe-y nonsense: ...

QUESTION: Despite being female and neutered, my dog constantly humps other dogs and even visitors’ legs. It’s so embarrassing. What can I do about it? ANSWER: Dogs get up to all kinds of cringe-y ...