Learn how hugging can stress dogs and discover safe ways to show affection that respect their natural behavior.

Let’s face it: Dogs have the power to hijack the human brain in ways that no other species can. With their big eyes, fluffy bodies and adorable faces, it’s difficult to resist petting them or picking ...

All of you who show your dog just how much you love him with a big old hug need to stop doing that. It turns out that most dogs don’t appreciate that gentle squeeze. Dog experts long have advised ...

A rule of thumb before hugging a dog is to pay very close attention to individual differences, your relationship with the dog, and the situation at hand. Source ...

You probably embrace your cuddly canine pals to show your affection, but have you ever noticed how they react? An article written by neuropsychologist Stanley Coren featured in Psychology Today has ...

Do our canine companions hate hugging? According to an article in Psychology Today, "New data shows that hugging your dog raises its stress and anxiety levels." The claim – under the headline "Don't ...

Experts disagree as to whether giving your dog a hug will stress it out. Photo by: http://rockingrandmamusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Dog-pic-dog-hugging-man ...

Dogs are adorable and friendly. Your dog is probably a member of your family — not just your pet. I certainly sympathize. My dog Goodwin, seen above surveying Brooklyn, sleeps in the same bed I do. He ...