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[–] 47 points 2 years ago (2 children)

That's why my dog poops then immediately launches off into a zoomie sprint

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  • [–] 7 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    I love the instant good mood they get like that lol

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  • [–] 9 points 2 years ago

    I feel like I saw this on a nature doc, but can't find any references now. Wild dog packs defecate before hunting, but not for the energy boost. The zoomies are to ensure they leave the scent of their poo in the dust, to minimize the chance of the scent causing them to spook their prey. But a dog doesn't consciously know that, it's just a naturally selected behavior that has made them better at surviving.

    Do not quote me on this, my all natural intelligence may be hallucinating.

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