What are the reasons for dogs scratching the floor?

Dog scratching the floor may be caused by reasons such as long nails, tension and fear, burying food, and bacterial infections. It is recommended that owners promptly stop this behavior when they notice it, as otherwise, the dog may develop bad habits over time. In addition, owners should trim their dog's nails regularly in their daily care to keep the dog comfortable and prevent it from scratching the floor.

Long nails

If a dog's nails are too long, they may walk uncomfortably and resort to scratching the floor to grind their nails. Owners should first check if their dog's nails are too long and then appropriately trim them. Be careful not to cut too close to the bloodline to avoid bleeding. It is recommended that owners trim their dog's nails every one to two weeks to avoid inconveniencing the dog.

Tension and fear

When a dog enters a new environment, they may feel nervous and scared. If there is no good hiding place, they may want to dig a hole to hide in, resulting in scratching the floor. In this case, owners need to gently comfort their dogs until their emotions stabilize.

Burying food

If the dog's scratching behavior occurs when the owner feeds it, it is likely that the dog is burying its food, which is a natural tendency. Owners do not need to be too worried about this. If they really want to prevent the dog from scratching the floor, they should promptly stop the behavior and give appropriate punishment to make the dog aware of its mistake. After the dog corrects its behavior, owners can offer rewards.

Bacterial infection

If a dog's nails have not been trimmed for a long time, they may break and cause local infection and inflammation, making the dog uncomfortable and scratch the floor. In this case, it is recommended that the owner take the dog to the pet hospital for treatment to avoid the bacterial infection and inflammation from getting worse, threatening the dog's health.