What to Do (and Avoid) When Your Dog Is Zoomed
It’s usually pretty easy to spot a dog with a zoom as it runs at full speed, bouncing off walls or furniture in its own version of parkour, with wide eyes on its face. While zombies may be the most accurate description of the intense burst of energy you’ve just witnessed, the technical term for them is periods of frantic random activity (FRAPS) .
But what if your dog suddenly rushes around the yard or runs in circles? When will they stop? And are they okay? Here’s what you need to know.
Should you worry about zooms?
While they are adorable and entertaining, if you haven’t spent a lot of time with dogs before, you can see this energetic behavior and genuinely worry about their welfare. But don’t worry: according to the American Kennel Club (AKC) , zombies are completely natural and normal and safe for the dog as long as they have enough room to run and do their own thing. Plus, scaling usually only takes a few minutes .
What to do (and what not to do) when your dog has a zombie
As mentioned above, scaling is perfectly normal and there is nothing to worry about. There is no reason to prevent or prevent a dog from getting zombies, Dogster says, but it’s a good idea to make sure their path is clear. Also, as fun as it is to see your dog slide across wood or tile floors similar to Scooby-Doo, try to get him to zoom in elsewhere because you don’t want him to slip and hurt.
However, you should avoid chasing the zoom dog. Dogster’s Sassafras Lowry explains it this way :
If you are chasing your dog, he may misinterpret it while you play with him. This will inspire him to keep running! Instead of chasing the dog, run away from it (in a direction free of roads and other hazards) and encourage the dog to follow you in a happy voice. It’s good to be ready for this moment and always have valuable treats and / or toys with you.
Finally, the AKC notes that if your dog has zombies all the time, it’s a good idea to keep track of what might be launching them and talk to your veterinarian if there is anything wrong with your puppy.