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 ...

Certified trainers note that this quirky behavior is one of the more unexpected dog love signals that many owners overlook.

These dog training techniques help correct bad behavior quickly without yelling, using positive reinforcement, consistency, ...

Sometimes when dogs (or human children) do things they’re not supposed to do, it’s cute and funny. (Other times, it is definitely neither of those things.) When that happens, it’s tempting to laugh, ...

An encore performance by Dr. Patricia McConnell, ethologist and certified applied animal behaviorist and is the author of two ...

The study of dog behaviour and welfare encompasses a broad range of factors, from genetics and early-life experiences to contemporary environmental influences and human–animal interactions. Research ...

Dogs aren’t just pets—they’re deeply connected companions who rely on you for love, comfort, and emotional security.

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.

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 ...

Americans have as many stereotypes about dogs as there are distinct breeds: Chihuahuas are nervous; border collies are hyperactive; golden retrievers are great with children; and, most infamous, some ...

While all dogs are good dogs, some are better behaved than others. Forbes Advisor decided to find the best and worst-behaved dog breeds to help educate prospective owners on their furry friends. To do ...