A dog appears to be lying relaxed on the couch–peaceful, calm, secure. But then the door opens, someone enters, and suddenly ...

According to the ASPCA, aggression is the biggest behavior problem in dogs, and one which most often prompts caregivers to look for professional help. It’s also one of the most common reasons people ...

Just like humans, dogs manifest their own unique personalities early on, and these personalities may not change for the ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Baring teeth, growling and lunging are all signs of aggression in dogs. The ...

People and pups may be more genetically similar than widely believed. In A Nutshell A gene linked to dog aggression is also associated with human intelligence, cognitive performance, and major ...

If you are around dogs long enough, you will find that fear is a common issue in puppies and young dogs. For puppies, fearfulness plays a critical role in helping them reach maturity by tempering ...

Mistreating a dog may come back to bite you. Scientists have long known that childhood abuse, neglect, and trauma can have ...

"Breed-Specific Legislation is not the answer!", was the emphatic exclamation of a colleague of mine. We were attending a psychological conference in Portland Oregon several years ago, and were having ...

Resource guarding in dogs is common, but it can escalate if ignored. Learn how to spot early signs, understand what your dog ...

One of Freud’s most influential statements was "The child is the father of the man." This was meant to be interpreted as meaning that an individual’s early history of stressors, adversity, and other ...

CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — Clayton County Animal Control said a dog they rescued from a lengthy abandonment was too damaged by the experience to be saved. Officials explained the reasons in a news release ...