Why Do Dogs Scratch Before They Lay Down? Understanding This Natural Behavior

why do dogs scratch before they lay down

dog behavior

canine instincts

scratching behavior

territorial marking

natural instinct

evolutionary roots

nesting behavior

comfort adjustments

temperature regulation

scent glands

pheromones

territorial claims

security establishment

anxiety relief

stress behavior

bed preparation

digging behavior

denning behavior

wild ancestors

pet care

dog psychology

animal behavior

instinctual behavior

comfort creation

nesting habits.