Unravel the Deeper Meaning of Your Dog's Behavior

26. Playing Detective

Have your dog suddenly stopped during a walk and lifted one of its paws in the air? This behavior is actually quite normal. What they're doing is trying to process and investigate something that caught their attention.

It's a sign that their curious minds are at work. Along with lifting their paw, they may also engage in intense sniffing. Dogs truly are the vigilant secret service agents of the animal kingdom.