A Rottweiler Puppy Rolled Over in the Grass and Gave Her Best Pose

Upside down and totally unbothered, a black and tan puppy rolls across a patch of green grass with all four paws pointing in different directions. One ear flops over, a rust-colored eyebrow lifts, and her eyes look toward the camera with a playful sparkle. A stone border and a wooden fence stretch behind her in the yard.

Rolling in the grass is a common puppy behavior, and it can mean several things: itching an itchy back, scratching away loose fur, picking up interesting smells, or simply being playful. A relaxed roll like this one, with loose limbs and a soft face, is a sign of a happy, comfortable puppy. Rolling can also be a polite way to say that she is not a threat. A good brush afterward keeps her coat clean.

Grass is fun, but a few checks are wise. After playtime, check her coat for burrs, ticks, and grass seeds, especially between her toes and in her ears. Ask your vet about parasite protection that suits your region. Make sure the lawn has not been treated with fertilizer or weed killers that could be harmful.

Rottweiler puppies are often clownish, and this one seems determined to prove it, with a goofy roll that may be the best part of her afternoon. Tummy rubs, sunshine, and soft grass are all she asks for today.