A Linköping University study published in Royal Society Open Science found that increased playtime, not extra training, significantly strengthened the emotional bond between dogs and their owners.

This essay was written by Marc Bekoff, Ph.D., and force-free dog trainer Mary Angilly. Many guardians start their training journey by enrolling their dog in a basic manners class, which is often seen ...

"A healthy bond between dogs and their humans should rely on mutual understanding, empathy, agency, and freedom of choice." –Marco Adda Books, essays, and opinion pieces about the behavior of dogs and ...

Idaho Today spoke with celebrity dog behaviorist Cesar Millan, who is tackling some tough challenges in the fifth season of his Emmy-nominated series, ''Better Human Better Dog.'' He talked with Idaho ...

A Linköping University study has found that playing with dogs significantly strengthens the emotional bond between pets and owners, more so than training. Over four weeks, only the group that ...