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What does it mean when you dog wags their tail? Well, one of the most subtle—but telling—signs that you hold the top spot in ...

If you dog has the Zoomies, our experts say its a good thing. In fact, Zoomies are usually a sign that a dog is feeling ...

An encore performance by Dr. Patricia McConnell, ethologist and certified applied animal behaviorist and is the author of two of the most influential books ever on dog behavior, The Other End ...

Understanding dog body language can help prevent misunderstandings and build trust. This guide explains common canine signals and what they reveal about comfort, stress, and communication.

Dogs that find you irresistible are more likely to curl up next to you on the couch or be held in your arms, Rakestraw says.

If you’ve ever looked up and caught your dog quietly staring at you from across the room, you’re not alone. While it may seem ...

Edwin Remsberg / Getty Images Labrador retrievers fetch, border collies herd, huskies howl: It’s conventional wisdom that many dog breeds act in certain ways because they’ve been bred to do so over ...

Let’s assume that the original dog was an animal of many purposes. In time, humans began to demand that their dogs perform specific tasks and select for certain capabilities. Thus arose the ...

A dog behavioral expert based in New York has captivated audiences with her approach to helping shelter dogs who show signs of aggression. Each year, 6.3 million pets enter U.S. shelters, which is an ...

When the New Year's ball is about to drop, your dog may already be hiding under your furniture. Fireworks can be traumatic for dogs.