For decades I've thought about how a simple behavior such as stretching and crouching on the forelimbs could become a play invitation signal in dogs and other animals. Many people also have asked me ...

Playing is such a key part of a dog's happiness, so it is utterly heartbreaking when a pup doesn't seem to understand the concept. This was the case for a foster dog named Meadow. In a clip posted by ...

When the wind bites and the sidewalks turn icy, outdoor walks can be hard to keep your dog entertained indoors. But cold ...

When I think about why dogs do something, I try to imagine what motivates them. What does a dog get out of playing with trash? As a veterinarian and a professor who teaches college students about ...