A dog that constantly likes to hump another dog or animal or even people can be a source of embarrassment for their owners.

For the most part, humping is actually a normal canine behavior which can be exhibited by males or females. But there are cases when humping can be an important symptom of an existing health or behavior problem.

Here are some reasons advanced by experts to explain why dogs hump:

•    Humping in puppies is an instinct to practice mating performance in the future

•    Humping in mature dogs is a part of the mating behavior including flirting and initiating mating; the behavior is usually seen among intact male and female dogs

•    For some dogs, humping gives them a good feeling

•    Humping can also be a play behavior in dogs; it’s usually observed in dogs that receive little socialization or those that are overexcited when playing with other dogs or humans.

•    Humping may also be seen in dogs that are stressed or excited.

Keep your pet healthy and active by bringing him regularly to your trustworthy veterinarian Marietta GA.