{"id":17579,"date":"2022-08-04T10:59:56","date_gmt":"2022-08-04T10:59:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/"},"modified":"2022-08-05T07:03:53","modified_gmt":"2022-08-05T07:03:53","slug":"why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my dog Bring me random items?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_random_items\" title=\"Why does my dog Bring me random items?\">Why does my dog Bring me random items?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_carry_my_slipper_around\" title=\"Why does my dog carry my slipper around?\">Why does my dog carry my slipper around?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_my_stuff\" title=\"Why does my dog Bring me my stuff?\">Why does my dog Bring me my stuff?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_bring_me_a_gift\" title=\"Why does my dog bring me a gift?\">Why does my dog bring me a gift?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_greet_me_with_something_in_his_mouth\" title=\"Why does my dog greet me with something in his mouth?\">Why does my dog greet me with something in his mouth?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_cuddle_my_slipper\" title=\"Why does my dog cuddle my slipper?\">Why does my dog cuddle my slipper?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_grabs_your_shoe\" title=\"What does it mean when your dog grabs your shoe?\">What does it mean when your dog grabs your shoe?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_my_clothes\" title=\"Why does my dog Bring me my clothes?\">Why does my dog Bring me my clothes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-random-items\/#Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_my_slippers\" title=\"Why does my dog Bring me my slippers?\">Why does my dog Bring me my slippers?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_random_items\"><\/span>Why does my dog Bring me random items?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>All dogs will bring you a toy, either by instinct or when trained to do so. He may bring you a toy because he is trying to please his alpha, as a sign <b>of trust, to gain your attention, to show trust, to ask you to play, or to release some energy. By accepting his gift with a smile, you are encouraging his behavior.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-bring-me-something-when-i-come-home\/\">Why does my dog Bring me something when I come home?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_carry_my_slipper_around\"><\/span>Why does my dog carry my slipper around?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The reason behind the slipper snatching could be <b>a comfort and craving for security while you are away. Dogs do get lonely and need toys and chewy distractions. Slippers are overloaded with your scent and are soft and comforting. They are the perfect object to run off with and keep close by while you are away.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_my_stuff\"><\/span>Why does my dog Bring me my stuff?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For some dogs, this excitement can stem from <b>wanting some playtime with you, especially if you typically play with your dog right away when you return. It doesn&#8217;t take very long for a dog to learn that it&#8217;s playtime when you return home. When your dog brings you a toy, it is his way of saying, Come play with me!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-192125\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-does-my-dog-Bring-me-my-stuff.jpg\" alt=\"Why does my dog Bring me my stuff?\" width=\"1200\" height=\"650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-does-my-dog-Bring-me-my-stuff.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-does-my-dog-Bring-me-my-stuff-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-does-my-dog-Bring-me-my-stuff-1024x555.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-does-my-dog-Bring-me-my-stuff-768x416.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_bring_me_a_gift\"><\/span>Why does my dog bring me a gift?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Sign of affection<\/b> When dogs bring you things like toys, their lead, and collar, or clothing, they could be trying to tell you something. It might be that they are truly giving you a gift and that they want to please you by giving you a treasured item.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_greet_me_with_something_in_his_mouth\"><\/span>Why does my dog greet me with something in his mouth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your dog rounds the corner with his favorite toy in his mouth. So why the toy? Simply put, it is because <b>he is happy and wants to share his joy with you, his human. There may also be a bit of submission, a plea for goodwill, and a need to calm her excitement.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_cuddle_my_slipper\"><\/span>Why does my dog cuddle my slipper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The Scent that Comes from the Shoe<\/b> The scent that comes from the shoe is your scent and this is very comforting for the dog. When you are not around your dog might go into your room and lay on your shoes as a way to comfort himself while you&#8217;re gone.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"14 Signs Your Dog Doesn\u2019t Love You (Even if You Think They Do)\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AuRv0Vu55nA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_grabs_your_shoe\"><\/span>What does it mean when your dog grabs your shoe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In a different scenario, <b>the behavior might be derived as a result of her predatory inclinations and positive reinforcement of the behavior. That is, her natural tendency to grab something in her mouth and hold it there might be reinforced by peoples&#8217; attention.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_my_clothes\"><\/span>Why does my dog Bring me my clothes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Sign of affection<\/b> When dogs bring you things like toys, their lead, and collar, or clothing, they could be trying to tell you something. It might be that they are truly giving you a gift and that they want to please you by giving you a treasured item.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why Does My Dog Sleep On My Clothes?\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/c8YqhsNwN6k?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_Bring_me_my_slippers\"><\/span>Why does my dog Bring me my slippers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you wear clothing, <b>it picks up a scent that is unique and close to you. Dogs interpret this to mean that it is an important item, and your leaving it behind means that you have given it to him. You may have noticed that when your dog steals your laundry, he then goes and cuddles with it.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why does my dog Bring me random items?Why does my dog carry my slipper around?Why does my dog Bring me my stuff?Why does my dog bring me a gift?Why does my dog greet me with something in his mouth?Why does my dog cuddle my slipper?What does it mean when your dog grabs&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":192123,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17579","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-animal"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Why-does-my-dog-Bring-me-random-items.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17579"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17579"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17579\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":192126,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17579\/revisions\/192126"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/192123"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17579"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17579"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17579"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}