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Dogs go stiff when they die due to a process called rigor mortis, a condition in which the muscles temporarily stiffen after death. But dogs are not the only ones that go through rigor mortis. Any animal that dies gets it too, including humans.
As the muscles decompose a bit, hours to days later, depending on the temperature, the muscles become soft again. That's why steaks aren't stiff.
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∙ 12y agoThey may be nervous or tense. If you do not know this dog very well be careful. Some dogs do not like being held and may suddenly snap or bite at you. This is not the case for all dogs but it could happen. If you know this dog and it doesn't usually act this way it may be sick. Take it to your vet for further instructions.
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∙ 11y agoRight away the dog passes away, you can feel it getting stiff.
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