Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...

Unlock dog obedience with consistent signals and tools, such as clickers and whistles. Build a strong bond and use positive reinforcement.

The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine ...

Understand your dog's temperament for better training. Explore personality types, how to manage aggression, and create a safe home.

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 ...

Everyone knows that giving a dog a reward for responding in the correct way during training changes his behavior. For example, when we are lure training a dog to sit, we move a treat over a dog's head ...

For new dog owners, dog training can be a confusing business. One of the choices you have is whether to sign up for a training class or if private sessions would work better for your dog. Here are ...

We all like to spoil our dogs every so often. Nearly 90 percent of American pet owners say they consider their companion a part of their family, and 54 percent said they bought them at least one gift ...

SOCIAL NETWORK: Pia Silvani, director of behavior and training at the Asheville Humane Society, says that during the COVID-19 pandemic, many dogs weren't socialized with other dogs or people. Photo ...

Flat-faced dogs like Pugs and Frenchies may seem extra friendly, but new research shows size, training, and “spoiling” often shape their behavior more than head shape – though some traits are likely ...

A dog chasing after things in public, even when its owner is telling it not to, is a sign that the dog is not well-trained.