Dogs are social creatures, and playtime with you is the highlight of their day. If they sense you’re preoccupied, their ...

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 ...

Play is a kaleidoscope--a frenetic potpourri--of the senses Many, if not most, dogs love to play, and different forms of dogs' play behavior truly are a kaleidoscope--a frenetic potpourri--of the ...

Who knew a game of tug of war could be so calm? Two Goldendoodles are winning hearts online after their owner, Instagram user @sociallykels, shared a hilarious video showing the dogs “playing” tug of ...

Dogs love more than just food and walks; they thrive when their physical, mental, and social needs are consistently met.

Perhaps you've sat on the couch next to your dog and wondered: What do they see when they look up at the television screen? Are they as engaged as their human counterparts? Scientists at the ...

Who does not love a good game of hide and seek? From kids to adults to animals, everyone loves this game, and dogs are no exception. Look at Bullet, for instance. For him, playing this game is one of ...

Mount Saint Vincent University provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA. Mount Saint Vincent University provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA-FR. But how common are these ...