fly snapping
n.— «About three months into her pregnancy, Spencer began exhibiting unusual behavior, for him. He began sleeping in odd places and “fly snapping,” which is the term for a dog snapping at nothing but air.» —“Prozac helps dog through ruff times” by Dave Bakke State Journal-Register Online (Springfield, Illinois) July 18, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
Professional dog walkers call a dog obsessed with carrying sticks a branch manager. Another dog who grabs the other end of the stick and helps carry it around is jokingly called an assistant branch manager. This is part of a complete episode.
Related
Whether it’s a Rubik’s cube or a round of Wordle, why do so many of us find puzzles irresistible? A new book celebrates the allure and psychological benefits of brain teasers. Plus, powerful language for talking about the chronic...