Humping is a pretty common behavior for dogs, but it’s not one we tend to enjoy as dog parents. There are a number of reasons why dogs hump – both male and female – and it’s very rarely because ...

Q: Despite being female and neutered, my dog constantly humps other dogs and even visitors’ legs. It’s so embarrassing. What can I do about it? A: Dogs get up to all kinds of cringe-y nonsense: ...

TAMPA BAY, Fla. (BLOOM) – If you’ve ever had a dog suddenly latch onto your leg, a pillow, or even another pet, you’ve probably wondered: Why do dogs hump? While it might seem awkward or even funny, ...

Scone mounting and humping Ruby from the front. Source: Courtesy of Marc Bekoff During the past two months, I've received numerous emails asking questions that center on why dogs mount and hump. 1 The ...