I was wondering why dogs kick their back legs after pooping or peeing

[Bowens]

I saw my dog doing this and I was going to ask that question here but I looked it up instead. I thought I would share the answer for anyone else who was curious. It seemed they they were trying to bury their waste, but no, that’s not the answer at all.

"This dog behavior is a way to mark their territory. … When a dog kicks the ground after defecating, they are releasing pheromones onto the ground . In addition to the scents from feces and urine, these pheromones relay territorial claims, sexual availability, possible food trails and warnings of danger. "

Dog Behavior: Why Do Dogs Kick Their Feet After Pooping?

[jukebox]

yeah I knew this…but thanks…confirms what I believed…

[anon9798425]

That’s interesting! I always assumed they did it to make sure their paws were clean.

[anon10648258]

This is so weird but my dog gets excited after he goes to the bathroom. He jumps around in my apartment and does quick zoomies (accompanied by excited barking).

[Pikasaur]

My cat used to do that, also after farting, but she seemed freaked out rather than excited.
I think the smell scared her

[anon10648258]

I think cats have different reactions. But nonetheless they are cute.

[anon47167357]

I pretend to ride my dog every morning

[Froge]

My exes dog did this everytime but my dog never does it

[ThePickinSkunk]

Interesting. Now I know. Oliver does it but Chey doesn’t do it much. Wonder if male dogs do it more.