Understanding dog body language can help prevent misunderstandings and build trust. This guide explains common canine signals and what they reveal about comfort, stress, and communication.

Popular genetics tests can’t tell you much about your dog’s personality, according to a recent study. A team of geneticists recently found no connection between simple genetic variants and behavioral ...

The World Canine Federation recognizes 350 unique dog breeds. In the U.S. The American Kennel Club now recognizes 209 breeds. That’s…a lot of dogs. To better understand each breed, humans have ...

Researchers found "some dogs are better at certain things than others," explained Salomons.

Just like humans, dogs manifest their own unique personalities early on, and these personalities may not change for the entirety of their lives. For owners, aggressive dogs can feel like a mystery: ...

Living with a dog means dealing often with poorly timed, incessant paw licking. Our pups specifically choose to partake in this noisy activity when we’re trying to sleep or focus in an otherwise ...

Veterinarians advise keeping dogs indoors when temperatures fall below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Dogs can experience hypothermia and frostbite, so monitor them for lethargy, shivering and discolored skin ...