While they don't write love letters, there’s no doubt animals form deep and enduring friendships and use many different ways ...

For decades I've thought about how a simple behavior such as stretching and crouching on the forelimbs could become a play invitation signal in dogs and other animals. Many people also have asked me ...

Dogs express affection in ways that go far beyond simple obedience. Animal specialists explain that understanding these ...

Small dogs seem to have been purposely crafted to melt even the coldest of hearts. On top of prancing around with adorableness, these cute creatures snuggle into designer handbags and are often seen ...

If your dog spends more time trying to stay out of the way, isolating himself from the family or his owner, there’s a chance ...

Fewer babies are being born in many wealthy countries, while more households are adding a dog. That overlap has helped ...

Some dogs show behaviours towards their toys that resemble behavioural addictions in humans, such as gambling and internet gaming, according to a study of 105 dogs published in Scientific Reports.

Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...

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