Some days, it feels like dogs can read our minds. They nuzzle us when we’re sad or grab a toy to throw for them when they see we're bored. Other days, the language barrier between our species is ...

Listening is a key way dogs demonstrate respect and trust. Training and clear communication play a role, but a well-trained, ...

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 ...

Think your dog tunes you out? Canine behaviorist Sarah Rutten, from Australia, told Newsweek that the opposite is true.

Dogs don’t trust blindly. They evaluate humans using instinct, observation, and experience long before deciding if someone is ...

Anyone with a dog has likely gotten mad at them at some point. Maybe they chewed your favorite shoe or broke something expensive. In the heat of the moment, it's easy to let anger consume you or to ...

You may want to spend every waking moment with your faithful dog by your side, but is the feeling mutual? Sometimes it’s hard to tell. After all, every dog is an individual and certain breeds aren’t ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Contrary to popular belief, a wagging dog tail is not always a happy dog. Dogs communicate using "body language." Your dog is ...

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 ...

An animal behaviorist has revealed the lesser-known ways to tell if your dog is trying to communicate with you. Many dog owners will describe themselves as having a bond with their pets and being able ...