Poppy, a large Weimaraner cross, was a high-energy dog with reactivity issues. Managing her excitability was challenging. Before I trained as a dog behaviorist, I believed that giving Poppy a lot of ...

Resource guarding in dogs is common, but it can escalate if ignored. Learn how to spot early signs, understand what your dog ...

In a classic series of studies, psychologist Harry Harlow demonstrated that in humans and animals, a trained brain thinks differently than an untrained brain. Specifically, he was able to show that ...

Every neighborhood has one. Maybe you met one at the dog park strutting past the other dogs as though the red carpet had been rolled out just for them, or maybe you watched your friend's dog and ...

Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...

ESPOO, Finland, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A deeper understanding of dog behavior makes life easier and more enjoyable for dogs and people alike. One of the keys to dogs' minds is knowing that in ...

Dogs have lived alongside humans for thousands of years. Over time, they developed an extraordinary ability to read human cues, including body language, tone of voice, and even facial expressions.

Ever get the feeling that your dog has a secret job—maybe as a bodyguard? You're probably not imagining it—despite the wagging tails and happy, lolling tongues, dogs are protective beings, carefully ...

Have you ever wondered why dogs roll in the grass? We've got the reasons behind this curious—and sometimes stinky—dog behavior. There are many reasons dogs may roll in the grass, according to ...