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Find out why dogs and cats suddenly start running around the house
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Find out why dogs and cats suddenly start running around the house

SAPO Notícias13 September 2026 at 09:07

Dogs and cats sometimes develop surprising behaviors at home. One moment they are peacefully lying on the sofa and the next, they bolt at full speed around the house, make tight turns, jump, and roll, turning the living room into an athletics track. This phenomenon is commonly referred to as "zoomies" and is extremely common among pets.

The behavior affects both dogs and cats, and is something virtually all owners of these animals have witnessed at least once. During these episodes, the animals suddenly appear full of energy, running back and forth without any apparent reason.

The article states that this behavior is so common that it is part of the daily life of those who live with companion animals. Although the article appears to be incomplete, the description of these sudden bursts of energy is enough to understand the phenomenon described as characteristic of life with pets.

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