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While many behaviors are just frustrating, others can escalate into situations that lead to injuries, strained relationships ...

New research from Arizona State University shows that people use contextual visual clues to determine a dog’s emotions, as exemplified in this short video, rather than focusing on the dog itself.

In this guide to the canine adolescent years, Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC (IAABC), breaks down this critical phase—from hormones to the prefrontal cortex—based on his 2026 VMX session in ...

The importance of knowing your dog as the individual they are I'm a fan of all people who choose to bring a dog into their homes and hearts taking the time to become amateur ethologists and spending ...

CHARLESTON – Lowcountry dog owners are invited to their local county parks this spring to learn more about their loyal companions and how they see the world. Throughout the spring, Charleston County ...

WITH TROUBLED PETS AND JOINS US IN DEDHAM. MARY. THE REPORTER: OBVIOUSLY, DOGS DON'T SPEAK ENGLISH, BUT THEY ARE TRYING TO COMMUNICATE WITH US. IT IS UP TO US TO KNOW AND WATCH FOR THE SIGNALS. MEET ...

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 ...

Dogs are known for their loyalty and affection towards their owners. However, sometimes they can exhibit strange behavior, such as barking or freaking out when their owners hug someone. This can be ...

Poppy, a large Weimaraner cross, was a high-energy dog with reactivity issues. Managing her excitability was challenging. Before I trained as a dog behaviorist, I believed that giving Poppy a lot of ...