Why do dogs walk in circles?
There are different reasons why a dog may walk in circles. The reasons range from behavioral to medical. If your pet begins to walk in circles, you need to assess the situation and take proper action. A dog may walk in circles as a nesting activity before sleeping. A dog will also circle before pooping to prevent from pooping on the spot recently chosen by another dog. A dog may begin walking in circles if the dog is penned for too long. A dog that is fearful or stressed may continually circle in its space. If a dog begins to walk in circles suddenly, there can be a medical problem involved as the cause. Infection, ear disease, parasites and illness and medical conditions can cause a dog to walk in circles. A dog may begin walking in circles because of ear problems. Infection and irritation in the ear as caused by ear mites or an ear infection can cause a dog to favor one side when walking. Vestibular disease, which becomes more common as a dog ages, causes a dog to walk in circles. Pa
