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While many behaviors are just frustrating, others can escalate into situations that lead to injuries, strained relationships and surrender or death.

By CHEYANNE MUMPHREY People use music to set moods, create a desired atmosphere and evoke memories of family and friends. The ...

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Dogs may be man’s best friend — but do we actually understand them? Recent research published last month in the journal PLOS ONE suggests that we may be overestimating our ability to interpret our ...

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 ...

It’s a scene every dog parent knows all too well: one moment you’re enjoying a quiet morning, sipping your coffee, and the ...

The importance of knowing your dog as the individual they are I'm a fan of all people who choose to bring a dog into their homes and hearts taking the time to become amateur ethologists and spending ...

A 2021 study by the University of Helsinki, published in Scientific Reports, involving about 9,000 dogs, found that small dogs were significantly more likely to display aggressive behavior toward ...

Does your dog watch TV when you do? Mine typically fall asleep. But if yours are glued to the screen, well, a new study aims to better understand their TV-viewing behaviors. NPR's Nate Rott reports.