Dogs don’t “lean in” to negotiate space or seek an advantage. They lean in because they love you, plain and simple. This thoughtful, yet goofy gesture is one of the most heart-melting signs your dog ...

It’s almost impossible to feel sad when you're around a dog. Their goofy, heart-melting antics, like barking at “dangerous” leaves or proudly dropping slobbery toys in your lap can turn even the ...

Books about dogs constantly find their way into my mailbox. Among those that caught my eye is Dr. Carri Westgarth's The Happy Dog Owner. I've always argued that happy dogs make for happy dog owners ...

New toys, comfy beds, frequent trips to the dog park, and sacrificing a paycheck for vet bills are typical of pet ownership. We'd do anything to ensure our dogs are happy, because their well-being ...

Most dog owners would probably love to know what their pet is thinking. Unfortunately, our dogs can’t tell us, so it can be hard to know if they’re truly happy or just making do with their ...

There are numerous books and articles about "good dogs" and "bad dogs." Sometimes I feel that each and every day I see something that focuses on how to have a "good" dog and how to allow them to have ...

Dogs have a talent for looking heartbreakingly mournful at the exact moment their humans are laughing, celebrating or simply feeling good. That contrast can feel jarring, as if your joy is somehow ...

Of the 23 million American households that adopted a pet during the pandemic, one was Justin Baldoni's. "We got him in early 2020," Baldoni told USA TODAY Wednesday while in New York City for the 9th ...

If you've ever spent any amount of time watching a dog show — Westminster Kennel Club or otherwise — you may have found yourself wondering, as the dogs competed in their individual rounds, led by ...