Why Does He Hide?

Wolfiesmom · 10-20-2011, 10:08 AM

I noticed a few minutes ago, while Wolfie was outside, him hiding behind a tree and peeking out. I looked and there were 2 wild turkeys in the yard. I noticed that when Wolfie is tied out on his trolley run and a large animal comes in the yard, he will hide and check them out before going to investigate. I don't think that it is fear. When he is at the beach, on walks, at the dog park, or even in our other yard that is fenced, he doesn't hide. It only happens when he is on the run. I am wondering why he does this. Is it possible that he feels vulnerable because he only has a limited area that he can move in?

zyppi · 10-20-2011, 10:19 AM

"Wolfie is tied out on his trolley run and a large animal comes in the yard, he will hide and check them out before going to investigate."

What kind of "large animal?" I'd hide too if I were tied and a big animal came into my yard...

BlackPuppy · 10-20-2011, 10:21 AM

With all the escaped lions and bears in Ohio, I saw "large animal" and wondered what kind of large animals do you have out there?

Wolfiesmom · 10-20-2011, 10:26 AM

LOL Well not lions tigers and bears. I mean other large dogs, lots of deer, and the turkeys. There are coyotes and I have seen them at the edge of the woods, but haven't seen them in the yard. Mostly the deer and large dogs.

Lilie · 10-20-2011, 10:29 AM

I suppose it could be because he feels he has limited mobility, lacks the ability to flee if he feels the need to.

Or, (depending on his demeanor at the time) he is involved in his own type of 'stalking'. A game played with the animal in the yard, only they don't realize it. With Wolfie, it's just too hard to tell he is such a card!

**Castlemaid** · 10-20-2011, 12:37 PM

You have Wolfie tied out and loose dogs can approach him? Aren't you worried?

ZAYDA · 10-20-2011, 12:38 PM

what Lilie said

Wolfiesmom · 10-20-2011, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Castlemaid

You have Wolfie tied out and loose dogs can approach him? Aren't you worried?

No, I'm not worried. It's only on a rare occasion that someone's pet dog gets loose. Maybe 2 or 3 times a year. We have very strict leash laws. Plus I am constantly watching him out the windows and his run is about 20 feet from the back door. I can get to him quickly if need be.

Daisy&Lucky's Mom · 10-20-2011, 02:25 PM

I think the limited mobility could be the factor as well as the other point Lilie made about stalking animals . Predators will hide and strike. So I agree w/Lilie and Zayda.

PaddyD · 10-20-2011, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Daisy&Lucky's Mom

I think the limited mobility could be the factor as well as the other point Lilie made about stalking animals . Predators will hide and strike. So I agree w/Lilie and Zayda.

This ^^^^
When you go on hikes in the woods you might notice that your dog will frequently go off to the side in the trees and watch you then come running back out. Over and over and over. It's the stalking game.

10-20-2011, 10:08 AM	#1 (permalink)
Wolfiesmom Crowned Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 3,810	Why Does He Hide? I noticed a few minutes ago, while Wolfie was outside, him hiding behind a tree and peeking out. I looked and there were 2 wild turkeys in the yard. I noticed that when Wolfie is tied out on his trolley run and a large animal comes in the yard, he will hide and check them out before going to investigate. I don't think that it is fear. When he is at the beach, on walks, at the dog park, or even in our other yard that is fenced, he doesn't hide. It only happens when he is on the run. I am wondering why he does this. Is it possible that he feels vulnerable because he only has a limited area that he can move in? __________________ Mom to Chases Wolfgang Heinrich Von Ryan aka Wolfie born 12/20/09 Waiting for us at the bridge is Chases Chieftain aka Chiefy Left this earth and left a hole in our hearts July 2000

10-20-2011, 10:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
zyppi Crowned Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Back home to Louisiana! Posts: 4,945	"Wolfie is tied out on his trolley run and a large animal comes in the yard, he will hide and check them out before going to investigate." What kind of "large animal?" I'd hide too if I were tied and a big animal came into my yard... __________________ Anne Nothing is as simple as it seems or as complicated as we make it~ Attitude is everything -- Pick a good one! Sofie AKA Ussina vom Haus Brezel Jack von Jagenstadt Tatty - Burmese bad cat

10-20-2011, 10:26 AM	#4 (permalink)
Wolfiesmom Crowned Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 3,810	LOL Well not lions tigers and bears. I mean other large dogs, lots of deer, and the turkeys. There are coyotes and I have seen them at the edge of the woods, but haven't seen them in the yard. Mostly the deer and large dogs. __________________ Mom to Chases Wolfgang Heinrich Von Ryan aka Wolfie born 12/20/09 Waiting for us at the bridge is Chases Chieftain aka Chiefy Left this earth and left a hole in our hearts July 2000

10-20-2011, 10:29 AM	#5 (permalink)
Lilie Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Texas Posts: 6,289	I suppose it could be because he feels he has limited mobility, lacks the ability to flee if he feels the need to. Or, (depending on his demeanor at the time) he is involved in his own type of 'stalking'. A game played with the animal in the yard, only they don't realize it. With Wolfie, it's just too hard to tell he is such a card! __________________ Hondo Von Dopplet L Bauernhof "Hondo"- GSD Lilie's Tug McGraw "Tug" - Golden Retriever Maggie - Mini Dachshund (Rescue) Lonestar - Texas Blue Lacy Funyon, Ashe, Soot - Barn Cats Scooter /1/2 Arabian, Shadow, Katie / APHA

10-20-2011, 12:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
Castlemaid Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Northern British Columbia Posts: 9,089	You have Wolfie tied out and loose dogs can approach him? Aren't you worried? __________________ Lucia Keeta BH, OB1, TR1, AD (HOT) Rottweiler/Hairy Dog mix?? Shelter rescue Gryffon Vom Wildhaus BH, OFA Good (HOT) "Bites Through the Sleeve" Cuddlebug, b: Mar 2009

10-20-2011, 10:21 AM	#3 (permalink)
BlackPuppy Crowned Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,420	With all the escaped lions and bears in Ohio, I saw "large animal" and wondered what kind of large animals do you have out there?

10-20-2011, 12:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
ZAYDA Master Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: KENOSHA WI. Posts: 707	what Lilie said

10-20-2011, 02:25 PM	#9 (permalink)
Daisy&Lucky's Mom Knighted Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,437	I think the limited mobility could be the factor as well as the other point Lilie made about stalking animals . Predators will hide and strike. So I agree w/Lilie and Zayda.

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