Most dog owners love their faithful companion unconditionally. But does your dog know? And are you loving them the way they want to be loved? A couple of decades ago marriage counselor Gary Chapman ...

Understanding a dog's body language can strengthen the human-animal bond and help identify potential health or behavioral issues. Dogs make a range of noises – from barking to growling and panting – ...

Up until the 17th century, people thought dogs were little more than unemotional machines that could not feel pain, either emotional or physical. It took behavioral science a long time to move away ...

Pawing is one of the most vital canine communication tools. What does dog pawing mean? Most new, inexperienced pet parents may wonder, “What’s my dog saying with his paws?” You need to understand that ...

Ula Chrobak is a freelancer mainly writing about science, the environment, and animals (especially dogs). She has a graduate degree in science communication and previously studied soil science. She ...

The post How to decode dog howling: The secret language every owner must know appeared first on Dog's Best Life. As you know, your dog is nothing more than a wolf in your living room. And it is ...

There aren’t many things as rewarding as owning a dog. They’re more than just your favorite four-legged friend. Whether you get a dog as a puppy or during its later stages in life, there’s a bond ...

An American woman living in Brazil is getting a boost in her language skills—thanks to her dog. Leigh Stephens, 26, a graphic designer from Kansas, USA, now lives in São Paulo, after meeting her ...

Celebrity dog trainer Chrissy Joy shares her tips for curbing stress-induced biting in dogs Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work has ...