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Dr Rebecca MacMillan

Why do dogs get the zoomies? Vet reveals 5 reasons why your pup goes bonkers!

Australian Cattle Dog running across the grass.

Why do dogs get the zoomies? It’s a question you may find yourself asking whenever you catch sight of your canine companion hilariously running round in circles. 

Zoomies is the informal name given to the crazy racing around that dogs love to do from time to time, but their technical name is actually Frenetic Random Activity Periods (or FRAPS for short). They may occur after your pup has finished nibbling on one of the best long lasting dog chews, eating a meal or having a bath, but whatever the cause, zoomies tend to only last a few minutes. 

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