The champion sprinter of the dog world, the Greyhound is a gentle, noble, and sweet-tempered companion with an independent spirit. However, many greyhounds who have been bred for racing have spent their lives in confinement, being subjected to cruel practices that resulted in injuries and even death. Luckily for this pup, it was able to get out.
"Millie was adopted from dog racing in 2018 and has come a very far way since the day we met," her owner Taylor Huerta told Bored Panda. Now, Millie spends her days in a loving home where Taylor takes care of her every need.
In order to bring awareness to this amazing breed, Taylor also created Instagram and TikTok accounts for her precious pet. "Millie's ... content is intended to educate, entertain, and engage her followers," Huerta said. "From psychology facts to tips on decreasing anxiety in dogs, Millie's content is useful to any and all dog lovers of the world."
This time, however, let's focus on the former. The information that Taylor shares has allowed us to understand dog behavior on a much deeper level, and we think you'd appreciate it too.
Meet Millie, a greyhound who was rescued from dog racing in 2018
Image credits: milliethenoodlehorse
Her owner Taylor Huerta has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a doctoral degree in occupational therapy
And shares very interesting dog psychology facts on her pup's social media accounts
#21 Dogs Can Fall In Love
When a dog is looking at their best friend and their owner, their brain releases a hormone called oxytocin, better known as a love hormone.
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#22 Affection Without Food
Once your dog has finished a meal, have a look to see what they do. Studies have shown that dogs that go straight to you after eating are displaying obvious signs that they love you. They aren't motivated by food or treats and are simply showing affection because they enjoy being close to you.
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#23 The Cuddler
If your dog sleeps in the cuddler position, it means that they trust you and see you as one of the other dogs.
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#24 Sleeping
Researchers have found all dogs dream, but puppies and senior dogs dream more frequently than adult dogs.
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#25 Carrying Food, Treats, Toys
If your dog has a habit of carrying the food from one location to another, don't worry. This is common behavior. Dogs do this as a way to protect their valued resources from being stolen.
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#26 Dogs Think Humans Can Do No Wrong
So if you accidentally step on your dog's paw in the middle of the night, chances are they'll think it's on purpose.
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#27 The Donut Or Fuzzy Bagel Is The Most Common Sleeping Position For Dogs
This position is done to preserve body heat and protect vital body parts. This is also a favorite position for dogs when they get cold.
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#28 The Burrower Sleeping Position
When dogs sleep in the burrower position, they are searching for comfort and security. Burrowers are affectionate, but very needy. They often need lots of attention and affection in order to fall asleep.
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#29 The Superman Sleeping Position
The Superman position allows your dog to get up quickly indicating that they are just taking a nap. It also means they're in a playful mood and would love for you to play with them.
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