Watching your dog change in ways you don’t understand can be overwhelming. Some signs of decline come on slowly, while there are some that show up fast. What matters most is noticing patterns, staying ...

"Small dog syndrome is a term used to affectionately describe an array of undesirable behaviors often seen in little dog breeds. This can include jumping up, barking excessively at people or other ...

A relaxed, open mouth with a lolling tongue can indicate dog happiness. According to Bekoff, happy dogs have loose jaws and ...

Most people love a fireworks display, but many of our furry friends don’t. The loud bangs and crackling sounds can trigger ...

When dog training is viewed as a form of enrichment, it becomes a relational practice of fun, manners, empathy, compromise, ...

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Dogs often kick grass after pooping. This is a natural behavior linked to marking territory. They use scent glands in their paws and visual cues. Grou ...

Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Nicholas Dodman, Co-founder of Center for Behavior Studies explains what this non-profit to support pet studies and keeping pets in homes is all about. Dr. Dodman reveals ...

This not only sensitizes the dog further but also increases the risk that reactive behaviors will generalize to more and more situations. Soon, everything starts to look like a reason to react.

Understanding a small dog’s genetic predispositions, providing proper training and avoiding common mistakes can help prevent many behavior problems from taking root and developing into major issues.

But some mixed-breed dogs may still be highly inbred, she said, and some health problems are common in multiple breeds. Many large breeds are prone to bone cancer, for instance; mixing a few of ...

This behavior dates back to their wild ancestors, where wolves would walk around to pat down grass, leaves, or debris, creating a cozy nest before lying down. Your dog is simply following this ...