Most of us think we know exactly what our dogs are feeling. Research suggests some humility is useful. A 2009 study of the so ...

Animal and veterinary science researchers and students, as well as veterinary practitioners and animal behaviorists, will not want to miss a new book published by CABI which explores the wonders of ...

It can be hard to know what to do when dealing with complicated behavior issues. If you or your dog are struggling, you may benefit from the help of a dog behaviorist. These professionals are trained ...

Ali Smith, canine behavior consultant at Maven, said a quiet dog can be misleading because it is an emotion and not a ...

Scientists found that dogs’ and humans’ brain activity can synchronize during genuine social interaction, especially when eye ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Not all small dogs are created equal. While some were bred to be placid lap dogs, several have a much scrappier history. Other ...

A new Virginia Tech study published in PLOS One establishes a crucial baseline for understanding dog behavior on a large scale. The research, led by Courtney Sexton, a postdoctoral associate in the ...

Many dog breeds are noted for their personalities and behavioral traits, from the distinctive vocalizations of huskies to the herding of border collies. People have worked to identify the genes ...

Flat-faced dogs like Pugs and Frenchies may seem extra friendly, but new research shows size, training, and “spoiling” often shape their behavior more than head shape – though some traits are likely ...

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 ...

The Three-Turn Habit Has a Number for a Reason Most dogs circle two to four times before settling. A 2011 study published in ...

Some dogs lick more when they're feeling anxious or overwhelmed as a way to self-soothe, according to the experts. PetMD ...