She notes that signs of a relaxed dog include loose muscles, a neutral tail and soft eyes and mouth. On the other hand, a dog ...

Ed Carlson, CVT, VTS (Nutrition), shares how routine body and muscle scoring, quantified nutrition histories, clear calorie ...

Dogs communicate constantly — if you know what to look for, you can better understand their needs, feelings, and health.

Karl has been training as a K-9 officer with his handler, Lt. Mike Mrstik of the Coralville Police Department, since he was about 4 months old, but his role with the department isn't what most people ...

When a dog imprints on a person, it’s more than simple affection—it reflects trust, emotional attachment, loyalty and a sense ...

Purrs of contentment. Soulful eyes locked on yours over dinner. Valentine's Day? Not for pet owners. For those of us who share our lives with animals, this is a daily—if not exactly ...

Eavesdropping on their owners seems to help some toy-crazy and talented pups learn more words. Eavesdropping on their owners seems to help some toy-crazy and talented pups learn more words. Miso, a ...

I had just finished giving a lecture on the topic of how dogs communicate. The university, which had sponsored my talk, had arranged a small reception afterwards so that I could meet some of the ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Our dogs communicate with us all the time, not just with vocalization, but through canine body language like ...

If you are thinking of adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue, it’s important to understand that a dog’s behavior during a meet and greet can sometimes be misleading. “Eagerness and excitement may ...