Dogs and OCD

Speaking of disorders in dogs, they are just as common as obsessive compulsive disorders in people. Dogs who overly lick their paws are one of the most typical symptoms of this. Although it may seem like a harmless behavior, dogs have been known to become susceptible to various bacterial illnesses in their paws as a result of this practice. Another common OCD activity for dogs is the constant gnawing or sucking of blankets.

National Geographic reported research from Purdue University in 2013 showing that canines with OCD reacted to its treatment in a similar manner to humans. Doberman pinschers were the breed of dog chosen in the study because a startlingly high 28% of them have been discovered to have OCD. This suggests that, whether or not it feels morally right, using dogs to test new and improved OCD treatments on people will be highly helpful.