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Why is my spayed female dog suddenly humping other dogs at daycare?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 50 lbs

So my dog is at doggy daycare right now & I called to check on her & they said she is humping other dogs A LOT. I have never once seen my dog do this. She’s a fixed female. HELP!

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on January 22nd, 2020

Humping is not always sexual in nature and is a normal dog behavior. This link may help: https://www.petcoach.co/article/mounting-behavior/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-weird-dog-behaviors-explained/ I hope this helps.

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