Understanding dog body language can help prevent misunderstandings and build trust. This guide explains common canine signals and what they reveal about comfort, stress, and communication.

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 ...

A few days ago, Dogs Trust released the results of a survey of 2,000 dog owners who were asked what questions they would ask their dog if the dog could talk. The number one question was: “Are you ...

Many pet owners believe dogs understand human language. But the truth is not so simple. Dogs may not know language the way humans do, yet they can read voices, signals and feelings in powerful ways.

“But I don’t understand why she bit me, Doc! She was wagging her tail the whole time…” If I had a dog biscuit for every time I’ve heard this lament from a client, I could open up my own doggie bakery!

Dogs can’t tell us how they feel with words, so they rely on body language to communicate. Every wag, stretch, and tilt of the head says something about what is going on inside their mind. Learning to ...