Dogs dig holes for several reasons, often linked to their natural instincts. Historically, the ancestors of domestic dogs, such as wolves, dug to bury food in order to protect and preserve it for ...

2. They want to keep valuables safe We have safes in which to store our valuables — dogs have holes. When they have something they find valuable, like a toy or treat, they want to make sure no ...

Genetics might be another reason your dog seems particularly prone to digging. “Terrier-type dogs are designed to dig and burrow in holes and get critters out of the ground,” Murdock says.

She found the dog, Flynn, sitting next to her dad as he was digging holes in the yard. Digging is a big no-no, at least that's what Flynn learned after he's been "told off" plenty of times before.