Dogs don’t “lean in” to negotiate space or seek an advantage. They lean in because they love you, plain and simple. This ...

If you're adog owner, the chances are that you already feel as if you know your furry friend pretty well. Dogs are an extension of family and provide companionship, love and affection, so any owner ...

It’s almost impossible to feel sad when you're around a dog. Their goofy, heart-melting antics, like barking at “dangerous” leaves or proudly dropping slobbery toys in your lap can turn even the ...

Spending time with Fido might be good for your health. If petting a poodle or playing fetch with a Labrador retriever is your go-to form of stress relief, you might be on to something, according to a ...

Play is a kaleidoscope--a frenetic potpourri--of the senses Many, if not most, dogs love to play, and different forms of dogs' play behavior truly are a kaleidoscope--a frenetic potpourri--of the ...

Most dog owners would probably love to know what their pet is thinking. Unfortunately, our dogs can’t tell us, so it can be hard to know if they’re truly happy or just making do with their ...

Who knew a game of tug of war could be so calm? Two Goldendoodles are winning hearts online after their owner, Instagram user @sociallykels, shared a hilarious video showing the dogs “playing” tug of ...

Doggy day care centers can fill the attention gap when dog owners must do things that can’t be done with dogs — working, going to the doctor, grocery shopping or socializing in dog-free spaces. That’s ...

Dog owners don’t understand their pets’ emotions as well as they think they do. May 26, 2025 Oliver, one of the researcher's dogs, is seen on a black background ...

A few days ago, Dogs Trust released the results of a survey of 2,000 dog owners who were asked what questions they would ask their dog if the dog could talk. The number one question was: “Are you ...

Paul McGreevy has received funding from the Australian Research Council, RSPCA Australia and animal welfare focussed philanthropy. He is a member of the British Veterinary Association and currently ...