Why do dogs chase their tails?

Facts:
There are a number of dog lovers and experts who believe that dogs chase their tails for one reason.

• The dogs are bored. Essentially, there is nothing going on that captures the dog’s attention. When the animal catches sight of the tail on the edges of the line of vision, the movement captures the attention of the dog. The idea that the tail is attached is not really a consideration, but the movement and the chance for some physical and mental activity is attractive. If your dogs chase their tails frequently, it may be time to provide some other amusements that will occupy the pet’s attention. 

• Dogs may also choose to chase their tails because there is physical discomfort of some type. Fleas may be present on the tip or the base of the tail. It is also possible that some sort of irritation in the area of the anus is causing itching or some other form of discomfort.

All these facts may be true. But one thing's for sure. Eva doesn't just chase her own tail.
She LOVES tails. She'll grab her mother's tail, she'll grab Mika's tail, she'll grab Rosie's ponytail, but she can't grab Laura's tail, because Laura doesn't have a tail :) HAHAHA. 

Her mother's tail...

Mika's tail (it's pretty unusual ain't it?)

She also LOVES grabbing her tail and eating the hair.... :S

*double ewwww*

Is it really that yummy? She does look pretty satisfied with herself here.

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Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Dog: 101 Stories about Life, Love and Lessons

Rosie has been reading this book since she got back, and she really recommends it for all dog owners and people who wonder whether they should get a dog, because once you read it, you're gonna love your dog even more (and/or get a new dog!) 

This book really touches the heart.

If you can, go and get it from your nearest bookstore - it's worth the buy!

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