Behavior

Do dogs like to be hugged? It's not as simple as you might think. Here's what to know before you hug your dog.

If your dog is eating rocks, you should pay attention! While rocks are probably not the grossest thing your dog puts in his mouth, it can lead to serious health

You may be accidentally reinforcing your dog's jumping up and down. With time and patience—and treats—you can curb that bad habit. Here's how to stop a dog from

Do dogs remember people? What about their parents? It's hard to know for sure, but there's evidence they have strong memories. Our experts explain what dogs rem

Dogs and fireworks are rarely a good match. If your dog is afraid of fireworks, here's how to help your canine best friend be less stressed when the booms start

Ever wish you could understand dog speak? Our dogs may not use words to communicate but they speak to us all the time with their body language.

Animal behaviorists have many theories about why dogs are scared of thunder and other loud noises. We explain those, along with strategies that might calm your

An expert shares what you need to know about why dogs bark and five tips to stop your dog's excessive barking for good. Plus, when you should bring in outside h

According to researchers, adolescent dogs act similarly to teenage humans—complete with attitude! Fortunately, our animal behavior expert has tips that will hel

A fluffy-faced dog that tilts his head when you tell him you love him might make you melt into a puddle of joy, but that little head cock isn't just cute! We ex

Soothing music can be relaxing for dogs, especially those with anxiety. Learn what type of music dogs like best and when you should play it.

Here's how to recognize the signs that your dog might be anxious and when it's time to seek help.

Congestive heart failure in dogs is the end results of a poorly functioning heart. Learn why it happens, how it's diagnosed, and what you can do to treat it.

Why do huskies scream? These vocal and intelligent canines are used to communicating with all members of their pack, and sometimes that includes an excited scre

Why do dogs like to cuddle—and what about those who don't? An expert explains the reasons some dogs are more snuggly than others, and spotting your pet's prefer

Here's what to know about why your dog licks his paws—and when you should worry about his habits.

Dogs sniffing each other's butts is often described as the handshake of the canine world, but dogs don't limit their sensitive sniffers to their own species. Bu

We know our dogs love us almost as much as we love them. But sometimes they seem to want to be attached to our hip. We look at the reasons why your dog wants to

Humping behavior can be awkward and embarrassing. Here are some of the surprising reasons behind humping and how you should address it.

Dogs sniff everything—including their human's private parts. Learn the fascinating reason why dogs smell crotches and how to stop the behavior.

Viral TikTok videos show a pup quieting down after his owner puts on his quiet ears. Should you use them to quell your dog's barking or stress?

We asked veterinary experts for advice and whether hand feeding is good or bad for your pup.

Dogs like squeaky toys for many reasons. An animal behaviorist shares the inside scoop into your pup's preference for this sound.

Dog chase their tails for many reasons, but sometimes it can mean something is wrong. Here's how to identify the reasons why dogs chase their tails and when you