Why do dogs stretch their back legs?

Why do dogs stretch their back legs?

Rear Leg Stretch Keep your dog perky by loosening up her hip, lower back and leg muscles. RESULTS: Increased mobility of the hips and flexibility in the spine; decreased pain associated with arthritis; improved health of the low back, hip and leg muscles; oxygenation of the ankle, knee and hip.

How do I help my dog stretch?

Have your dog in the same standing position as you did for the shoulder stretch. Now gently bend/fold one of your dog's front legs and move it slowly upward. Hold it in place for 15 seconds and slowly release their leg. Repeat this on the other front leg.

Why does my dog stretch?

"The Greeting Stretch is a posture used only towards someone the dog likes and with whom he is comfortable. There is also a version of this where the dog leans forward and stretches his rear legs out behind him. "It is very flattering to have a dog greet you in this unrestrained, friendly and very respectful manner.