These behaviors might seem strange to us humans, but there's an explanation for them.

A short while ago a woman dropped by our dog club on one of the evenings that we hold beginners' dog obedience classes. She wanted to ask me a question about some advice her son had received from a ...

Beliefs about dog behavior often arise because we generalize from our observations and beliefs about human behavior. In humans the statistics are clear. Males are more likely than females to be ...

Raising a rambunctious and mischievous puppy into a well-behaved and mannered adult dog is like raising a child — it takes time and effort. Instilling good habits early is critical for preventing bad ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Nataba/Getty Images A dog enjoys being petted, eyes closed and smiling, in a grassy outdoor setting. "Happy dogs look happy," says ...

While many individuals see training as simply teaching dogs tricks, its benefits extend far beyond that. Proper training not only strengthens the bond between pet and owner but also promotes better ...

You've probably heard a whole lot of conjecturing about the differences between male and female dogs — maybe your parents told you that girl dogs keep the house tidier, or the guy at the shelter told ...