Riddle me this.....

bunchoberrys · 09-01-2010, 09:02 PM

Does anyone elses GS bump them? Let me give an example of what I mean. I'm in the sitting room on the computer, Kane will come walking in and as he is walking by me he will give me a gentle bump with his muzzle. To me its like he's saying "hey, whats doin" and continue to his bed and lay down. He doesn't stop while he's doing it, he continues walking. Also, its not just me that he does it to. My husband, my parents when they come to visit, but doesn't do it to my children. He does it all the time. Sitting in the kitchen, living room, etc. And its funny cause he doesn't stop to be petted or loved on, he just does it in passing.

Zoeys mom · 09-01-2010, 09:03 PM

Zoe bumps me all the time,lol Their GSD's

Stosh · 09-01-2010, 09:18 PM

Oh yeah, I get the 'love pat' all the time. Like you say, it's just a nudge to say I'm right here if you need me

crisp · 09-01-2010, 10:29 PM

Sounds like my dog. I like it best when I doze off on the couch and the nudge is right in the kidney.

Mary Beth · 09-01-2010, 10:56 PM

Yes, and it does remind me of what a horse does "a nuzzle".

AbbyK9 · 09-01-2010, 10:58 PM

My Malinois "bumps" me gently when we are out walking off-leash or when I am walking around the house (like going to the kitchen or going to the bathroom and she's following me). She usually bumps my hand. Kind of like saying, "Hey, I'm behind you. Just checking in."

doggiedad · 09-01-2010, 10:59 PM

especially when one of us is at the computer.

jakeandrenee · 09-01-2010, 10:59 PM

Funny Jake does this after he is finished eating. I thought it was a silly puppy thing...

KZoppa · 09-02-2010, 12:59 AM

Shelby especially does this. I think its her way of letting me know she's still there but lately Shasta (4 months old) has started doing it too. I've honestly never seen a puppy so intent on keeping an eye on someone as she does with me and the kids. Its her way of tucking the kids in to bed at night too. once we're all done tucking them in, she'll bump them like she's saying she loves them, dont fall outta bed tonight and i'll see ya in the morning. i think its their way of checking in and letting us know they're thinking about us.

Stogey · 09-02-2010, 09:19 AM

DJ will come in the room when I'm on the computer, sit and stare at me for a bit then ease his head into my lap for a pat. I guess it's just his way of sayin " Hey dad, need some attention here "

09-01-2010, 09:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
bunchoberrys Master Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 523	Riddle me this..... Does anyone elses GS bump them? Let me give an example of what I mean. I'm in the sitting room on the computer, Kane will come walking in and as he is walking by me he will give me a gentle bump with his muzzle. To me its like he's saying "hey, whats doin" and continue to his bed and lay down. He doesn't stop while he's doing it, he continues walking. Also, its not just me that he does it to. My husband, my parents when they come to visit, but doesn't do it to my children. He does it all the time. Sitting in the kitchen, living room, etc. And its funny cause he doesn't stop to be petted or loved on, he just does it in passing. __________________ ~ Jess ~ "Kane" 2-12-09 "It all started when my dog began getting free roll over minutes. " Jay London

09-01-2010, 10:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
crisp Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Palatine IL Posts: 492	Sounds like my dog. I like it best when I doze off on the couch and the nudge is right in the kidney. __________________ chris and clark (whelped 07/18/2008)

09-01-2010, 10:56 PM	#5 (permalink)
Mary Beth Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Pierre, South Dakota Posts: 189	Yes, and it does remind me of what a horse does "a nuzzle". __________________ Sting Chance von Gaard AKC GSD, black/tan, 30", 125 lbs. 4 years old Miss Mavis the Cat, considers herself petite at 13 lbs. 11 years old

09-01-2010, 10:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
AbbyK9 Crowned Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: North Country, NY Posts: 12,430	My Malinois "bumps" me gently when we are out walking off-leash or when I am walking around the house (like going to the kitchen or going to the bathroom and she's following me). She usually bumps my hand. Kind of like saying, "Hey, I'm behind you. Just checking in." __________________ Malinois Ronja - fastest K-9 in VT =^^= Finn, Ratchet & Ollie Blog - Facebook - Store

09-01-2010, 10:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
doggiedad Crowned Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Jenkintown,Pa. Posts: 8,926	especially when one of us is at the computer. __________________ "Life Without A Dog Is A Life Unfulfilled"

09-01-2010, 09:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
Zoeys mom Knighted Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Rockville, Md Posts: 2,834	Zoe bumps me all the time,lol Their GSD's

09-01-2010, 09:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
Stosh Crowned Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: tyler texas Posts: 7,602	Oh yeah, I get the 'love pat' all the time. Like you say, it's just a nudge to say I'm right here if you need me

09-01-2010, 10:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
jakeandrenee Knighted Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Huntsville Alabama Posts: 3,103	Funny Jake does this after he is finished eating. I thought it was a silly puppy thing... __________________ Renee' Jake 2/12/10 CGC TDI

09-02-2010, 12:59 AM	#9 (permalink)
KZoppa Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Maryland kinda missing CO Posts: 12,846	Shelby especially does this. I think its her way of letting me know she's still there but lately Shasta (4 months old) has started doing it too. I've honestly never seen a puppy so intent on keeping an eye on someone as she does with me and the kids. Its her way of tucking the kids in to bed at night too. once we're all done tucking them in, she'll bump them like she's saying she loves them, dont fall outta bed tonight and i'll see ya in the morning. i think its their way of checking in and letting us know they're thinking about us.

09-02-2010, 09:19 AM	#10 (permalink)
Stogey Master Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Texas Hill Country Posts: 627	DJ will come in the room when I'm on the computer, sit and stare at me for a bit then ease his head into my lap for a pat. I guess it's just his way of sayin " Hey dad, need some attention here " __________________ I so hope there is a Doggie Heaven !!! Princess - mini GSD Jason - GSD/mix Sheba - GSD/mix Charlie - GSD/Dane Max - GSD

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