Curled Up Like a Fox
Another adorable position that dogs frequently assume is curling up into a compact ball, resembling a cute little fox. In this wonderful pose, their paws tuck securely behind their body, and their tail wraps around, reaching their face. Surprisingly, this behavior is often related with feeling cold. Dogs instinctively adopt this curled-up attitude to conserve body heat. By compacting themselves firmly, they reduce the surface area exposed to the cold air, helping them to retain heat more effectively. If you see your furry friend sleeping in this lovely position at home, a simple act of kindness would be to give them a soft blanket to further cocoon themselves in comfort and warmth.
Curled Up Like A Fox
The Belly Curl
This stance may appear adorable, but it actually indicates that your dog is not getting a good night’s sleep when lying like this. We call this “the belly curl.” Similar to the Superman posture, however this time the dog’s legs are perfectly straight, making it appear as if he is doing planks. The belly curl occurs when your dog sleeps on its belly with its paws underneath or out to the sides. Dogs are unable to achieve REM sleep because their muscles are not entirely relaxed. Dogs with a soft and shy demeanor frequently sleep like way.
The Belly Curl
