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Scientists say dog pee sniffing is how they learn about each other

Scientists say dog pee sniffing is how they learn about each other

When dogs investigate each other's scents, there's much more going on than just a quick sniff. Scientists suggest that this behaviour is how dogs gather information about other canines. Dog owners are very familiar with this moment when their pets investigate scents.

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