The current gold standard for judging canine character involves tests like the “Wesen test” (German for “character” or ...

From the excitable sheep dog to the aloof Shiba Inu, and all breeds in between, dogs have unique and diverse behavioral traits. By analyzing DNA samples from over 200 dog breeds along with nearly ...

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, ...

Have you ever noticed your dog sliding into a funny-looking position with their hind legs stretched out behind them? This adorable and seemingly awkward posture is known as “dog splooting.” A dog ...

The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine traits. It provides insights that could help identify early signs of illness ...

What looks like calm behavior may actually be stress in disguise—and spotting the signs early can protect your dog’s ...

Dogs may not be able to talk, but they have a variety of ways in which they can and do communicate with us. Some of these communicative techniques are intentional. For example, dogs usually have a ...

When your dog’s behavior changes for the worse, it can feel frustrating and confusing. Often, underlying reasons like health issues, inconsistent training, or unmet needs are the cause. Understanding ...

There are a flock of behavioral issues in dogs that often cause their owners to seek professional help. The most common problems are aggression toward people or dogs, chasing cars or animals, general ...