Many of us consider our dogs to be a part of our families, but scientists have found we still are not able to accurately judge the meaning in their behavior. An international team of researchers led ...

"I'm hoping you can help me understand what's going on with my dog and why ... Also, what I may have done wrong and how to fix it. Buddy is a 4½-year-old male dog. He was neutered in March this year, ...

Our pup's body language can reveal a great deal about how they're feeling, what they're thinking, and what their current ...

From the excitable sheep dog to the aloof Shiba Inu, and all breeds in between, dogs have unique and diverse behavioral traits. By analyzing DNA samples from over 200 dog breeds along with nearly ...

The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine traits. It provides insights that could help identify early signs of illness ...

Turns out we may be unfairly stereotyping dogs. Modern breeds are shaped around aesthetics: Chihuahuas’ batlike ears, poodles’ curly fur, dachshunds’ hot dog shape. But breeds are frequently ...

Have you ever noticed your dog sliding into a funny-looking position with their hind legs stretched out behind them? This adorable and seemingly awkward posture is known as “dog splooting.” A dog ...

We aren't quite at the naughty-or-nice time of year yet. But a new study revealed whether your dog might check one of those boxes based on their manners. A study conducted by pet insurance company ...

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 the course of many generations.

The relationship between a dog and its human can be deep and emotionally significant. Beyond basic care, dogs develop strong emotional bonds that are reflected in a range of daily behaviors. Knowing ...