The Three Phases of Dogs Becoming Stray Dogs

By Gregory F Shullai

When a dog becomes a stray, its behavior becomes unpredictable and uncontrollable. It prefers to wander rather than return to its normal comfort zone. But what exactly is a stray dog? Simply put, it’s a dog that has strayed from its home or has no human master.

A stray dog’s behavior is driven by its desire for immediate comfort, rather than its long-term well-being. It no longer serves its original purpose as a pet or guard dog. Instead, it prioritizes its own needs and desires.

As a stray dog, it’s no longer useful to its master, and its true nature begins to emerge. This marks the beginning of its transformation into a wild animal.

The next stage is when the dog’s primary goal is to mate and pass on its genes. It starts to operate on the principle of “might is r