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 ...

Many of us consider our dogs to be a part of our families, but scientists have found we still are not able to accurately judge the meaning in their behavior. An international team of researchers led ...

Dogs are known for their unwavering loyalty and unconditional love. However, there are certain human behaviors that they ...

Dogs can truly love their owners, but some common and seemingly tender human behaviors could backfire and trigger anguish in a beloved pet, according to canine experts. But is all that love and ...

National Hug Your Dog Day, observed annually on April 10th, is a heartfelt holiday dedicated to honoring the special bond between humans and our canine companions. It might sound silly – maybe because ...

A recent Instagram video of a couple sharing a hug while their dogs are in the other room has been winning hearts. The clip shows the endearing antics of the dogs, Anabelle and Norman, who show how ...

Dogs may not like hugs as much as you think according to a popular canine behaviorist. Stanley Coren explained in a Psychology Today post that though humans may want to hug their dogs to show ...

There's no shortage of recent books on dog behavior, dog training, and dog-human relationships. Among my favorites is dog expert Vivian Zottola's new book, Being a (Good) Dog in The Human's World: ...