2006-06-12 04:19:34 · 16 answers · asked by colin a 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Trivia
I don't think that the dog thinks the door is for him, I think that he just wants to get at the person behind the door, either to attack that person, so to seek some attention.
2006-06-12 04:23:11 · answer #1 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a type of psychological conditioning... every time the doorbell goes you go and answer it... the dog thinks this is the correct response and copies you. If you gave him negavtive feedback each time he ran to the door, for exaample shouting at him, he would then associate the doorbell with being told off and stop going there. This type of conditioning can be used on animals and humans.
2006-06-12 04:25:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably because the ringer on the doorbell is that particular sound wave that drives them crazy. Much like opening a refrigerator and having a guniea pig squeal (yes, mine actually did that) or a cat going crazy when they hear a can opener.
2006-06-12 04:29:25 · answer #3 · answered by Garfield 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A dog is really cognizant of his surroundings. When the doorbell rings, he doesn't think its for him, its a new thing being introduced into his area, that's why he goes to check it out. Unless of course, you have the pizza guy on your speed dial, then , maybe, it is for him.
2006-06-12 04:25:22 · answer #4 · answered by pitmanette 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-23 17:09:56 · answer #5 · answered by minda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It usually IS for him. If it's someone who is coming into the house they usually say Hi to the dog and give him a pat.
2006-06-12 04:24:07 · answer #6 · answered by gummi bear 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He doesn't think it's for him he just wants to find out who it is because he feels like the house is his territory and he needs to protect it.
2006-06-12 04:38:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL
He's protecting you. Wants to make sure the person at the door is someone he can trust, It's in their nature
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2006-06-12 04:22:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine barks cos she thinks she can jump all over whoever it is that's coming to see me, and she usually does. She's very friendly though, she loves everybody!
2006-06-15 01:28:04 · answer #9 · answered by Gavin T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This question has been asked many times before. Yes why does he bother it is never for him
2006-06-12 04:51:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋