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Why Stray Dogs Chase Autos More on Wet Roads
Why Stray Dogs Chase Autos More on Wet Roads
IN · Published Sep 20, 2025
• Wet roads enhance scent dispersal, making it easier for dogs to detect and follow tire-carried scents.
• Altered sounds from rain and wet roads amplify certain noises, grabbing dogs' attention and inciting chase responses.
• Stray dogs' heightened alertness, combined with sensory overload in wet conditions, can increase anxiety and territorial behavior, leading to car chasing.
Stray dogs chasing cars more on wet roads
Stray dogs seem more prone to chasing cars, especially on wet roads, due to canine psychology, environmental conditions, and altered sensory experiences.
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