Dogs don’t “lean in” to negotiate space or seek an advantage. They lean in because they love you, plain and simple. This ...

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 ...

Wondering how to know if your dog is happy? You've come to the right place. Our dogs may not speak our language, but they have plenty of avenues of communication to express their emotions – whether it ...

Dogs have a talent for looking heartbreakingly mournful at the exact moment their humans are laughing, celebrating or simply ...

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 ...

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 ...

Relaxed and Confident Body Language Relaxed‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ body posture is, perhaps, the most convincing sign of a happy dog. A satisfied dog will not only move without any restriction or stiffening but ...