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Michael G
Michael G asked in PetsDogs · 1 decade ago

Why do dogs have "kicky spots"?

Both my dogs have areas which, when I pet and scratch them, they reflexively kick their hind legs. So I was wondering: to all those dog people out there: why is it that dogs have these "kicky spots"?

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    Basically the same effect as being tickled, but they react when it feels so good it makes the same reaction. I am sure if they could laugh they would.

  • GSD & Mastiff Owner
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    My dogs have these. The favourite areas are the chest, stomach and side. I believe it's called the scratch reflex.

  • cameo's Mom
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    My Father knew the answer to this question, rest his soul. "They are playing the banjo." LOl

    A natural reflex most likely. But they do look as if they are playing the banjo and that is what I have always said.

  • ?
    1 decade ago

    Its a nerve spot. They actually cannot help kicking there legs.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    I think it tickles them.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    there ticklish :)

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