Listening is a key way dogs demonstrate respect and trust. Training and clear communication play a role, but a well-trained, ...

Dogs don’t trust blindly. They evaluate humans using instinct, observation, and experience long before deciding if someone is ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Our dogs communicate with us all the time, not just with vocalization, but through canine body language like ...

A dog’s refusal of a treat may seem small, but it can be a subtle indicator of fear, stress, or anxiety. While many dogs ...

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Some days, it feels like dogs can read our minds. They nuzzle us when we’re sad or grab a toy to throw for them when they see we're bored. Other days, the language barrier between our species is ...

Anyone with a dog has likely gotten mad at them at some point. Maybe they chewed your favorite shoe or broke something expensive. In the heat of the moment, it's easy to let anger consume you or to ...

Up until the 17th century, people thought dogs were little more than unemotional machines that could not feel pain, either emotional or physical. It took behavioral science a long time to move away ...

Think your dog tunes you out? Canine behaviorist Sarah Rutten, from Australia, told Newsweek that the opposite is true.

A few days ago, Dogs Trust released the results of a survey of 2,000 dog owners who were asked what questions they would ask their dog if the dog could talk. The number one question was: “Are you ...

An animal behaviorist has revealed the lesser-known ways to tell if your dog is trying to communicate with you. Many dog owners will describe themselves as having a bond with their pets and being able ...

If you are thinking of adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue, it’s important to understand that a dog’s behavior during a meet and greet can sometimes be misleading. “Eagerness and excitement may ...