There’s just something about dogs that makes them the most lovable creatures possible. Maybe it's their silly nature, their awkwardness, their bravery, or the joy with which they approach their humans. Whatever makes canines so special, it’s always fun to celebrate every facet of their personalities.

One community, called r/WhatsWrongWithYourDog, explores the bizarre things dogs get up to, along with commentary from their owners. We can’t wait to share some of the crazy photos with you, so scroll on to see what exactly these adorable creatures do when nobody’s watching.

Even though folks seem divided by the endless debate over cats versus dogs, many people simply can’t resist having a canine pet. According to research by the World Population Review , about 30% of homes globally have a dog, and the United States leads the world with 90 million pet dogs. 

The most popular breed seems to be the Labrador, and in places like China, folks tend to have Pekingese, Chow Chow, Shar Pei, and Tibetan Mastiffs . In Argentina, even though they have only 10 million canines, the Dogo Argentino is their national dog, known for its strength and protective nature.

All the pups on this list seem pretty goofy and awkward, but research shows the average dog has intelligence similar to that of a 2-year-old child. WebMD explains that canines have been observed to understand 100-200 words, which is why they respond to verbal commands and seem to listen to their owner.

Some dogs understand words better, while others respond to their human’s voice and body language. That’s why experts have also found that these pups might react with excitement to nonsense words that are said in the same tone as their familiar commands, and may stay still if the body language or sound doesn’t match.

Just like humans are right- or left-handed, dogs also tend to favor one paw, and a study on food retrieval gave researchers better insight into how canines reached for their treats. According to Purina , 74% of pups showed a clear preference for one paw over the other, while 26% used both legs equally. 

Unlike humans, who mainly use their dominant hands to complete tasks, dogs seem a bit more relaxed. They may use one paw more than the other, but this can also change depending on what they are doing. So, next time you want to figure out whether your canine is a righty or lefty, watch closely which leg they use most.