Have the hairs on the back of your neck ever stood up, giving you the sense that someone was staring at you? That eerie feeling hit the passenger in a vehicle recently, with good reason. He was being judged harshly by a dog staring at him from another car.
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The man is the “sweetie” of jaimathesloth, an artist who posted the clip on TikTok. He is visibly uncomfortable as the dog continues staring at him. The dog seems unimpressed with the fact that its window is not opened. It isn’t just this dog, though.
All dogs seem to have an uncanny knack for staring holes through people. That silent, judgemental stare is creepy. This little guy is telling someone in no uncertain terms that they are in its spot.
Although every dog breed seems to have the staring gene, golden doodles might be the absolute worst. They aren’t content to limit things at staring. There is always a bit of judgment happening behind the eyes. Like little drills, they bore right through you with the intensity.
German shepherds are notorious for their ability to stare holes through brick walls. This stalwart breed is well known as K9 officers for police departments. It could very well be the aspect of intimidation in their stare.
Don’t let the size of a dog influence you. The tiny pug can be just as intimidating as a large Labrador.
What Could Your Dog’s Staring Mean?
No one truly understands why dogs stare at humans. The American Kennel Club (AKC) attributes the habit to a variety of potential reasons. Sometimes, your dog may be trying to sense your mood. They’ll watch us to determine if we’ll grab the leash, or perhaps a treat, or sit and offer cuddle time. By watching us, they can determine what we might be expecting from them.
Some dogs watch their owner when they need to go out. Although scratching the door or ringing a bell is easier, some dogs think staring conveys their potty needs. Your dog may be staring because you’re eating, and they want you to share. Or perhaps it is 0.00001 seconds past dinner time, and you haven’t gotten up to feed them yet.
It’s also possible that your dog is simply staring at you because they love you. Whatever their reasoning, each dog has its way of expressing themselves. As man’s best friend, dogs give us some of our best memories, even if they constantly judge us.
Please share if you have felt the intensity of a dog staring at you.
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