Up until the 17th century, people thought dogs were little more than unemotional machines that could not feel pain, either emotional or physical. It took behavioral science a long time to move away ...

To help you understand your furbaby better, we rounded up 7 heart-melting clues that your dog is completely devoted to you.

Understanding a dog's body language can strengthen the human-animal bond and help identify potential health or behavioral issues. Dogs make a range of noises – from barking to growling and panting – ...

A dog that bares its teeth does not necessarily mean that the dog is about to bite. In some cases it is a caution, and in others it may even be a game or conciliation. The real message is uncovered by ...

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 ...

Newsweek spoke with Dr. Bethany Hsia, a doctor of veterinary medicine, and professional dog trainer Leigh Siegfried to learn ...

It might not actually be the best way to show your furry friend affection. Here's what a veterinary behaviorist recommends.

People interpret a dog’s emotions based on its situation and have “a big blind spot” for the actual animal, a new study found. “When it comes to just perceiving dog emotions, we think we know what’s ...

Any doting dog parent wants to be their dog's favorite person. After all, you love your dog, spoil them with toys, food and affection, treat them as a member of the family, and look after their every ...