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Adorable Dog Buries Turtle And Has Funeral

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Images by Elle Bennet via Youtube

Walking along the beach one day, this adorable dog finds and buries a dead turtle. The owner stood there in awe. Nature is beautiful and we can learn a lot from watching different species interact.

Read to the end to watch the cute video!

A Walk On The Beach

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Images by Elle Bennet via Youtube

Walking along the beach with his owners, an australian shepherd named PJ, stumbled upon a turtle. Giving it a sniff and realising it had passed, PJ started using his to nose to push sand over the turtles body – over and over again. This happened until his body was completely blanketed in sand. Thus burying him to protect his body from predators and keep him safe.

The Funeral

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Images by Elle Bennet via Youtube

Then after PJ was finished with his job, he sat nearby and watched his pile of sand. The owner celebrated and showed her affection by cuddling PJ. Thus rewarding him for a job well done. She put a stone on the pile and they had a loving memorial in remembrance of the turtles life.

What To Do If You Find A Turtle

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Firstly, work out whether it has any signs of life. If alive, observe from afar and admire their beauty from a distance. Evidently giving it space without observing it. If you have a dog, put it on a leash.

Be careful as a nest might be nearby. You don’t want to disturb that or have your dog dig up its eggs.

Call Local Turtle Centers

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If dead or alive, make sure to contact your local turtle or animal center. Especially, if the turtle looks injured or lost, reach out to the local wildlife authorities. They will know how to handle these situations best.

Wrapping Up Adorable Dog Buries Turtle

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Images by Elle Bennet via Youtube

Finding an alive turtle on a beach is a bonus. Just remember, respect and a little distance go a long way in turtle encounters. This interaction speaks volumes for a canines compassion. Love truly knows no bounds.

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Why do dogs wag their tails?

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Dogs wag their tails to communicate. A wagging tail shows happiness, excitement, or friendliness. Tail position and speed reveal a dog’s emotions and intentions.

Why do dogs howl?

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Dogs howl to communicate. It’s a way to signal their presence, express loneliness, or respond to sounds. It’s an instinct from their wild ancestors.

Why do dogs bury their bones?

Jack russel terrier on yellow flowers meadow. Happy Dog with serious gaze. Image via depositphotos.

Dogs bury bones to save food for later. It’s an instinct from their ancestors who buried excess food to keep it safe from other animals.

Why do dogs chase their tails?

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Dogs chase their tails for fun, exercise, or out of boredom. Sometimes it’s due to medical issues, like fleas or other irritations.

Why do dogs sniff each other?

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Dogs sniff each other to gather information. It’s how they learn about another dog’s identity, health, and mood. It’s a key part of their communication.

Why do dogs have wet noses?

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Dogs have wet noses because it helps them absorb scent chemicals. The moisture enhances their sense of smell, making it easier to track scents.

Why do dogs eat grass?

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Old English Sheepdog. Image via Depositphotos

Dogs eat grass to aid digestion, fulfill a nutritional need, or alleviate boredom. Sometimes it helps them vomit if they have an upset stomach.

Why do dogs tilt their heads?

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The portrait of pair of Bloodhound dogs in the garden. Image by CaptureLight via depositphotos

Dogs tilt their heads to better hear and see. It helps them understand sounds and facial expressions, improving communication with their human companions.

Why do dogs sleep so much?

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Dogs sleep a lot to restore energy. Puppies and older dogs need more rest. Sleep helps with growth, healing, and maintaining overall health and well-being.

Why do dogs dig?

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Dogs dig to create a cool spot, hide food, or because they’re bored or anxious. It’s a natural behavior stemming from their wild ancestors.

Why do dogs lick people?

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Dogs lick people to show affection, gather information, or as a sign of submission. It’s a behavior learned from interactions with their mothers and littermates.

Why do dogs bark?

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Cute ca de bou puppy with black mask close up. Majorca mastiff or majorcan bulldog. Pet animals. Six month old. Image via depositphotos.

Dogs bark to communicate. They use barking to alert, express excitement, warn, or seek attention. Different barks can convey different messages and emotions.

Why do dogs shed?

Happy black labradoodle dog running fast with its tongue hanging out. Image via depositphotos.

Dogs shed to remove old, damaged hair. Shedding varies by breed and season, helping regulate body temperature and maintain a healthy coat throughout the year.

Why do dogs pant?

Golden retriever dog looking at the camera during summer walk outdoors. Cute doggy pet labrador sitting in green grass. Image via depositphotos.

Dogs pant to cool down. They don’t sweat like humans, so panting helps regulate body temperature by evaporating moisture from their tongue and respiratory tract.

Why do dogs have whiskers?

Close-up of the muzzle of a dog with blue eyes of the Siberian Husky breed. Image via depositphotos.

Dogs have whiskers to sense their environment. Whiskers detect changes in air currents and help dogs navigate in the dark, avoid obstacles, and sense nearby objects.

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