Part of the fun of owning a dog is getting used to their individual personalities. Dogs can be shy and nervous or prefer to be pet by every passerby. Your pup could also havethat seem odd—including circling before lying down or kicking their feet after doing their business. These tendencies might seem strange, but they're common and not a cause for concern.
Abnormal behaviors, on the other hand, are something you'll want to address head-on, and there's one that vets warn is particularly worrisome.Aside from exercise, taking your dog for a walk has one main objectives—allowing them to go to the bathroom. But if your pup is struggling to urinate, it could be a real cause for concern.
"Any time a dog is struggling to urinate should ring alarm bells," Simon adds."An urgent vet visit is needed so we can check the dog over, assess their bladder, and analyze their urine."