Teenagers Who Prefer Moving on All Fours: A New and Concerning Trend (Photo)

Saturday, May 23, 2026

SAEDNEWS: A peculiar phenomenon that has become common among teenagers in Russia and Central Asian countries has attracted a great deal of public attention.

Teenagers Who Prefer Moving on All Fours: A New and Concerning Trend (Photo)

According to the Social Service of the Saed News website, these teenagers, inspired by the animal world, transform themselves into dogs, cats, and other animals and move around on all fours in public places. This unusual behavior, known as “four-leggeds,” is performed using masks, costumes, artificial tails, and other imitation tools.

The roots of this phenomenon can be traced to the activities of some well-known individuals such as Kenichi Ito, a Japanese runner. Ito, by mimicking animal movements, set a world record for running on all fours, and his actions have inspired some teenagers to imitate this behavior.

This phenomenon has received mixed reactions. On one hand, some officials and parents have expressed concern and called for it to be banned. They believe this behavior may pose health risks to teenagers and also cause disturbances for others. On the other hand, some experts are concerned about the social consequences of this trend and believe it may be a sign of deeper issues within society.

Numerous videos of these teenagers have been shared on social media, showing them moving in public spaces with animal-like behavior. Some of these videos include scenes suggesting aggressive and disturbing conduct by these individuals.

The “four-leggeds” phenomenon is a complex social issue that can be attributed to various causes. It reflects cultural and social changes in modern societies and requires careful examination and analysis by sociologists and psychologists.