{"id":4463,"date":"2022-08-02T03:14:58","date_gmt":"2022-08-02T03:14:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/"},"modified":"2022-08-03T10:03:02","modified_gmt":"2022-08-03T10:03:02","slug":"why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my dog scratch the carpet in the middle of the night?"},"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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_does_my_dog_scratch_the_carpet_in_the_middle_of_the_night\" title=\"Why does my dog scratch the carpet in the middle of the night?\">Why does my dog scratch the carpet in the middle of the night?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_is_my_dog_scratching_the_carpet_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my dog scratching the carpet all of a sudden?\">Why is my dog scratching the carpet all of a sudden?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_do_dogs_scratch_the_floor_in_the_middle_of_the_night\" title=\"Why do dogs scratch the floor in the middle of the night?\">Why do dogs scratch the floor in the middle of the night?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#How_can_I_stop_my_dog_from_scratching_the_carpet_at_night\" title=\"How can I stop my dog from scratching the carpet at night?\">How can I stop my dog from scratching the carpet at night?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_does_my_dog_only_scratch_at_night\" title=\"Why does my dog only scratch at night?\">Why does my dog only scratch at night?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_scratching_the_carpet\" title=\"How do I get my dog to stop scratching the carpet?\">How do I get my dog to stop scratching the carpet?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_do_dogs_try_to_dig_in_the_house\" title=\"Why do dogs try to dig in the house?\">Why do dogs try to dig in the house?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_do_female_dogs_scratch_the_carpet\" title=\"Why do female dogs scratch the carpet?\">Why do female dogs scratch the carpet?<\/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-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_does_my_dog_scratch_the_floor_like_a_bull\" title=\"Why does my dog scratch the floor like a bull?\">Why does my dog scratch the floor like a bull?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_scratches_its_bum_on_the_floor\" title=\"What does it mean when a dog scratches its bum on the floor?\">What does it mean when a dog scratches its bum on the floor?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#Why_do_dog_dig_before_lying_down\" title=\"Why do dog dig before lying down?\">Why do dog dig before lying down?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#What_happens_if_dog_nail_scratches_you\" title=\"What happens if dog nail scratches you?\">What happens if dog nail scratches you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#What_is_the_best_itch_relief_for_dogs\" title=\"What is the best itch relief for dogs?\">What is the best itch relief for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night\/#What_your_dog_is_trying_to_warn_about_when_they_lick_their_paws\" title=\"What your dog is trying to warn about when they lick their paws?\">What your dog is trying to warn about when they lick their paws?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_scratch_the_carpet_in_the_middle_of_the_night\"><\/span>Why does my dog scratch the carpet in the middle of the night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">The main reason why dogs scratch the carpet or bedding in the middle of the night is because of their inherited burrowing instinct. Dogs want to feel comfortable and safe while they sleep, so they will scratch and dig the carpet to create a comfortable sleeping area for the night.<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-id=\"271118\">Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-dog-scratching-the-carpet-all-of-a-sudden\/\">Why is my dog scratching the carpet all of a sudden?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-my-dog-scratching-the-carpet-all-of\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_scratching_the_carpet_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my dog scratching the carpet all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your dog is suddenly scratching the carpet due to one or more of the following reasons: boredom, attention-seeking behavior, fear or anxiety, OCD, a medical problem, marking their territory, attempting to claim a crumb or being onto critters such as cockroaches and rodents.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-dogs-scratch-the-floor-in-the-middle\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_scratch_the_floor_in_the_middle_of_the_night\"><\/span>Why do dogs scratch the floor in the middle of the night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the most popular reasons is simply for reasons of comfort. In the wild dogs will scratch to dig out an area as a sort of nest or den to sleep in comfortably. Aside from creating this den space, scratching at the ground also serves to aid in controlling the temperature of both the dog and the sleeping area.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-i-stop-my-dog-from-scratching-the\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_stop_my_dog_from_scratching_the_carpet_at_night\"><\/span>How can I stop my dog from scratching the carpet at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re worried your carpet won\u2019t stand up to all the attention, you can try dissuading the digging behavior by making a slightly startling noise to get your dog\u2019s attention and to interrupt him. Make sure the noise you use gets his attention but does not scare him.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-191979\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-stop-my-dog-from-scratching-the-carpet-at-night.jpg\" alt=\"How can I stop my dog from scratching the carpet at night?\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-stop-my-dog-from-scratching-the-carpet-at-night.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-stop-my-dog-from-scratching-the-carpet-at-night-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-stop-my-dog-from-scratching-the-carpet-at-night-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-stop-my-dog-from-scratching-the-carpet-at-night-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/How-can-I-stop-my-dog-from-scratching-the-carpet-at-night-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J6uI6djtno4\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-dog-only-scratch-at-night\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_only_scratch_at_night\"><\/span>Why does my dog only scratch at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog\u2019s scratching is keeping you awake at night, that\u2019s a key indication he could have atopic dermatitis, or allergic disease. Pets suffering from the condition may develop hot spots or even open sores. Those can lead to bacterial or yeast infections, says Dr.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-get-my-dog-to-stop-scratching-the\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_scratching_the_carpet\"><\/span>How do I get my dog to stop scratching the carpet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Teaching the Basics<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Choose a quiet room.<\/li>\n<li>Hold a high-value treat in your hand, or one of your dog\u2019s favorite toys.<\/li>\n<li>Hold up the treat or toy, and speak in an enthusiastic voice to your dog.<\/li>\n<li>Your dog may respond by jumping up.<\/li>\n<li>When your dog barks, immediately say \u201cYes!\u201d and give him the treat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-dogs-try-to-dig-in-the-house\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_try_to_dig_in_the_house\"><\/span>Why do dogs try to dig in the house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs will dig to warm up their beds in the wild or to find a more comfortable sleeping position, much like how humans fluff their pillows before sleeping. Sometimes, dogs will dig on furniture out of boredom. They may not have enough toys or enough exercise going on in their daily lives to occupy themselves.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-female-dogs-scratch-the-carpet\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_female_dogs_scratch_the_carpet\"><\/span>Why do female dogs scratch the carpet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, female dogs scratch the carpet when looking for a perfect den to birth their pups. If your dog is nursing, she may dig at the carpets looking for a prime spot to lay her pups and provide them with warmth.\u00a0 Male dogs may also dig as a way of trying to make their sleeping areas safe and comfortable.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/noBCcxkkSHg\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-floor-like-a\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_scratch_the_floor_like_a_bull\"><\/span>Why does my dog scratch the floor like a bull?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs and wolves kick their back legs like a bull after pooping when living in the wild. These glands contain pheromones that get released when a dog uses his or her back legs and feet to scratch the ground. The chemicals that get released into the earth are absorbed into the area.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why do Dogs Scratching the Floor at Night? This fact will shock you\ud83d\ude31\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-w_owFcJH04?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-does-it-mean-when-a-dog-scratches-its\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_scratches_its_bum_on_the_floor\"><\/span>What does it mean when a dog scratches its bum on the floor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Scooting \u2014 when a dog drags its anus along the ground \u2014 is almost always a sign something is irritating your dog. What\u2019s behind that irritation can range from infection to worms to inflammation. Some of the most common reasons dogs drag their bottom include: Anal Sac Problems.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-dog-dig-before-lying-down\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dog_dig_before_lying_down\"><\/span>Why do dog dig before lying down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To mark territory \u2013 Like cats and many other four-legged creatures, dogs have scent glands on the bottom of their feet, which secrete a distinct pheromone. Scratching at something can be a way for your dog to show others they have marked a bed as their own.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-dog-nail-scratches-you\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_dog_nail_scratches_you\"><\/span>What happens if dog nail scratches you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Animal scratches may seem harmless, but they can turn into serious infections if the skin is broken. Puncture wounds may look the least serious, but they carry the highest risk of severe infection. If the scratch is bleeding heavily, apply pressure with a clean towel until the bleeding has stopped.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/csMIcQ91v-c\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-best-itch-relief-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_itch_relief_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is the best itch relief for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Chamomile, calendula, and green tea have properties that soothe and cool irritated skin. These soaks are best for dogs who have hot, itchy patches of skin that are at risk of getting rubbed raw.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-191980\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-the-best-itch-relief-for-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"What is the best itch relief for dogs?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-the-best-itch-relief-for-dogs.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-the-best-itch-relief-for-dogs-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-the-best-itch-relief-for-dogs-768x558.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-your-dog-is-trying-to-warn-about-when\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_your_dog_is_trying_to_warn_about_when_they_lick_their_paws\"><\/span>What your dog is trying to warn about when they lick their paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Paw licking can be a sign of pain, allergy, boredom, anxiety, dry skin, hormone imbalances or the presence of fleas or ticks. If you are concerned there is an underlying health issue, seek veterinarian advice. A force-free behaviorist can help you understand if your dog is suffering from anxiety.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why does my dog scratch the carpet in the middle of the night?Why is my dog scratching the carpet all of a sudden?Why do dogs scratch the floor in the middle of the night?How can I stop my dog from scratching the carpet at night?Why does my dog only scratch at night?How&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":191978,"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":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Why-does-my-dog-scratch-the-carpet-in-the-middle-of-the-night.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4463"}],"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=4463"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4463\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":191981,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4463\/revisions\/191981"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/191978"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4463"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4463"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4463"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}