Why Your Puppy Has “Zoomies” (And When It’s a Problem)

❓ Why do puppies get zoomies?

Puppies get zoomies as a release of built-up energy, excitement, or stress. These sudden bursts of activity often happen when a puppy is overstimulated or overtired, making it harder for them to control their behaviour.

Puppy Going Crazy Suddenly?

Running, spinning, bouncing off furniture…

Welcome to the “zoomies.” To new puppy parents, it CAN seem rather alarming, but it IS normal!

What Zoomies Actually Are

Zoomies (also called FRAPs) are bursts of energy.

They can be triggered by:

• Excitement

• Stress release

• Overtiredness

When Zoomies Become a Problem

Occasional zoomies are normal.

But if they:

• Happen constantly

• Become hard to control

• Lead to biting or loss of control

👉 There’s usually something else going on.

The Common Misunderstanding

Many owners think:👉 “My puppy just has too much energy”

So they:

• Increase exercise

• Add more stimulation

Which can actually:👉 make the cycle worse

What You Should Be Looking At Instead

Zoomies are often linked to:

• Arousal levels

• Lack of calm training

• Poor structure during the day

🐾 Need Help Managing Your Puppy’s Energy?

At Puppy Geek, I help you:

• Understand what’s triggering the behaviour

• Avoid making it worse

• Build better balance and control

👉 Book your session to get started.