Why do they Do That?

One of the most obvious reasons that dogs hump is sexual.  Males that have not been neutered are able to perform humping as displaced sexual behavior.  Some dogs continue to hump even after having been neutered, possibly for purely pleasurable reasons.  However, there are actually other reasons that dogs do this.  It may be either some genetic background or else, it is a display of dominance.

The humping behavior is seen in both genders of dogs and is sometimes merely a sign of aggression or a desire for dominance in the hierarchy of the family, whether human or canine.  It is the dominant dog who gets the right to breed with receptive females.

Females that display this behavior is something a bit less common but not to be overlooked. 

As early as possible, if this behavior is evident, it should be corrected.  The "object" of the dog’s affection should be removed and the dog should be distracted.  This may take consistency and patience.  In extreme cases, it is essential that the human establish a dominant role to make sure that the dog understands who is in control of the situation.  In the early stages of this training, you may also have to resort to ignoring ALL inappropriate behaviors.  After a few weeks of consistent distractive techniques and the dog learning who is in charge, the canine should become oriented to more socially acceptible ways in which to play.

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