Chasing is an inherent trait in dogs. They are hunters by nature and whenever they see any prospect or prey, they try to run them down. Even if the dog has been a pet for years, he would definitely have the urge to chase people, cars, bikes or anything running and whizzing in front of them.

1. Why Do Dogs Chase? Ways to Stop Them
You must have encountered a dog chasing your car when you speed up or rather chasing
you when you jog. This behavior is ingrained in all dogs. They have a natural instinct to
grab the thing that runs away from them. Though pet owners may find it quite normal, this
kind a habit can actually hurt the person or the kid who finds himself in danger. Bike
drivers can also meet with an accident if they get distracted by the dog. The chase can also
risk the dog’s life as they may come under the vehicles or hit by the car in the act. To save
them from an uninvited and unwanted risk, we must understand the reason behind this
behavior.

2. Why Do Dogs Chase?
Chasing is an inherent trait in dogs. They are hunters by nature and whenever they see
any prospect or prey, they try to run them down. Even if the dog has been a pet for years,
he would definitely have the urge to chase people, cars, bikes or anything running and
whizzing in front of them.
Some breeds like hounds and terriers that are meant for heavy physical activities are
bound to chase you down unless trained. This is because they have the agility and energy
which needs to used completely in pursuing some actions.
Boredom is another reason of their chasing behavior. Dogs that don’t get any kind of
amusement usually get bored intensely. Thus, they find some liveliness when they chase
something or somebody.
A dog also chases in order to save his territory. Whosoever intrudes their area is bound to
get chased. And mind you, their territory is not restricted to your house. It can even
extend up to a street or more.
So if your dog is found in that mode you need to stop him right away. You may find it
normal if a dog chases a cat or your neighbor’s pets. But if he troubles other humans, he
can also be euthanized.
How Can You Stop Your Pet From Chasing?
• If the pet chases because of boredom, increasing the activities that keep him energetic,
amused and distracted can stop this kind of a behavior.
• You can also keep him on a leash whenever he is out and train him to follow your
orders like sit and stay, obediently. Reward him for not chasing the cars, bikes or
anyone. This way he will associate such encounters with treats and won’t chase them
down.
• Prevent him from going to such streets or parks where he goes berserk and is difficult
to handle.
• A pet owner can also fence their area properly in order to refrain their dog from
chasing others.

3. • Give him anxiety relieving drugs or thundershirt that will help keep him calm and
restrict him from getting overwhelmed whenever he sees a stranger.
• Take the help of a vet or professional behavior therapists that will teach you techniques
to control your dog’s chasing instincts.
You need to spend quality time with your pet to teach him good manners and wane off the
chasing habits. Try and take out some time for your pet daily even if you are very busy and
play with him or rather exercise with him. This way he will stay amused and fit and you
will also get some good gym session in the house.