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Few canine body language signs are as cute as the classic play bow. “When a dog lowers their front end and keeps their back ...

When we think about our dogs communicating with us, our minds usually go to the obvious signals, like a wagging tail, a playful bark, or perhaps a warning growl. However, truly understanding our dogs ...

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WITH TROUBLED PETS AND JOINS US IN DEDHAM. MARY. THE REPORTER: OBVIOUSLY, DOGS DON'T SPEAK ENGLISH, BUT THEY ARE TRYING TO COMMUNICATE WITH US. IT IS UP TO US TO KNOW AND WATCH FOR THE SIGNALS. MEET ...

It may seem like common sense, but when it comes to behavior, it’s important to remember that dogs express themselves differently from us. This means it’s easy to misinterpret their behavior, ...

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.

Many pet parents assume that dog adoption red flags only refer to obvious behavior problems, such as aggression or biting.

CHARLESTON – Lowcountry dog owners are invited to their local county parks this spring to learn more about their loyal companions and how they see the world. Throughout the spring, Charleston County ...

We often think that dogs can feel the same way that we do. But there are times when it's hard to tell what your dog is feeling. Jealousy and possession might be hard to recognize. A jealous, ...

What's the best advice to give man about respecting man's best friend? Animal behaviorist John Bradshaw says it's realizing that dogs are neither wolves nor furry humans and that dog owners have ...