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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

New toys, comfy beds, frequent trips to the dog park, and sacrificing a paycheck for vet bills are typical of pet ownership. We'd do anything to ensure our dogs are happy, because their well-being ...

We all associate a wagging tail with a happy dog, but what does your dog's tail movement really mean? A dog's canine communication skills are even more nuanced than we might think. Paula Stewart, ...

Is there anything sweeter on this earth than the sight of your dog sleeping beside you? From the sound of their breathing to the warmth they radiate, a sleeping dog is a content dog, at least most of ...

Every year on Aug. 26, National Dog Day is observed to celebrate the love, loyalty and companionship that dogs bring to our lives. Whether they're pets, service animals, police dogs or rescue dogs, ...

Owning a dog may make you a happier person, but new research suggests that when people feel happy, they are more likely to think that dogs look sad. This is the conclusion of a new study by behavioral ...