Dear Cathy, Five years ago, we adopted a four-year-old Dachshund mix who was so afraid of everything we renamed her Skitter.

Your dog may already be telling you how they feel—you just might not be reading the signs yet. From subtle shifts in posture ...

Animals have evolved some truly bizarre behaviors, and even after decades of research and the aid of modern technology, ...

Cesar Millan has earned the right to be called "The Dog Whisperer" after a lifetime of learning to understand dogs better ...

In today's world, many individuals choose to keep dogs as pets, often considering them as integral members of their families. Dogs are renowned for their loyalty, and some experts believe that they ...

Dogs communicate through a variety of behaviors, some of which might seem like disobedience but are actually signs of stress. Understanding these signals can help you better support your furry friend.

I'm always looking for books on dog training and behavior that rely on the latest science for conveying the most important ...

Researchers explored how dogs can read emotional cues from other dogs and humans and use the information to guide their ...

When a beloved companion animal dies, the grief humans feel is undeniable. But the animals left behind may be mourning, too.

A dog trembling during a thunderstorm or backing away from a stranger may seem like an isolated reaction—yet new research ...

Purina Institute highlights gut-brain axis research and antimicrobial stewardship in veterinary microbiome science to support ...

The Purina Institute is leading the conversation on microbiome science in veterinary medicine by helping to translate cutting ...