Why is My Dog Shaking His Head?

Interactive Toys in Reducing Destructive Behavior + Dreaded Kennel Cough

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Jared McKinney
March 07, 2025

  • 💩 The Scoop Why is My Dog Shaking His Head???

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Why Is My Dog Shaking His Head?

One of the tricks a dog owner might teach their dog is to shake its head “yes” or “no.” It’s always adorable when your pup seems to automatically respond to your conversation by shaking its head.

After all, everything your dog does is the cutest thing in the world. It calls for photo ops and a quick video to share online.

But when is your dog’s cute behavior an indication of something wrong? Is your dog’s head shaking a sign that they’re feeling poorly?  Here’s the scoop on your dog shaking its head.

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