These days, dogs are on Facebook and Twitter, and they're even "blogging" with help from their owners.
These days, dogs are on Facebook and Twitter, and they're even "blogging" with help from their owners.
Dogs are social animals, and generally don't tolerate long periods of being alone.
Dogs are social animals, and generally don't tolerate long periods of being alone.
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iStockphoto.com / Lee IngramSince dogs are unable to verbalize what they are really thinking, there are nonverbal cues that we can learn from and respond to accordingly.
Since dogs are unable to verbalize what they are really thinking, there are nonverbal cues that we can learn from and respond to accordingly.
Traveling with a dog can be fun, exciting and memorable, but it can also be a bit of a challenge if its idea of bathroom etiquette is finding the nearest patch of grass that smells like home.
Traveling with a dog can be fun, exciting and memorable, but it can also be a bit of a challenge if its idea of bathroom etiquette is finding the nearest patch of grass that smells like home.
For children with autism, trained dogs may offer not only a furry friend, but some therapeutic benefits, too, a new research review finds.
For children with autism, trained dogs may offer not only a furry friend, but some therapeutic benefits, too, a new research review finds.
While dogs themselves cannot be trendy, their owners sure can be.
While dogs themselves cannot be trendy, their owners sure can be.
A frisky 9-month old Labrador-beagle mix named Klondike could hold the secret to how to preserve endangered species of foxes or wolves.
A frisky 9-month old Labrador-beagle mix named Klondike could hold the secret to how to preserve endangered species of foxes or wolves.
Older dogs might not fill a home with happy chaos as energetic puppies do, but these senior pets still enrich our lives in so many ways.
Older dogs might not fill a home with happy chaos as energetic puppies do, but these senior pets still enrich our lives in so many ways.
The question of how some wolves evolved into the trusty dogs that work on farms, lead the blind and curl up on pillows in bedrooms has remained largely unanswered.
The question of how some wolves evolved into the trusty dogs that work on farms, lead the blind and curl up on pillows in bedrooms has remained largely unanswered.
With the arrival of winter, dog owners need to be aware of how to keep their canine friends comfortable and safe, an expert says.
With the arrival of winter, dog owners need to be aware of how to keep their canine friends comfortable and safe, an expert says.
As our canine companions grow older, they are subject to the same degenerative problems as we are.
As our canine companions grow older, they are subject to the same degenerative problems as we are.
Christmas can be a stressful and dangerous time for dogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
Christmas can be a stressful and dangerous time for dogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
Man's best friend just got even smarter: New Zealand's SPCA has begun teaching rescue dogs how to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
Man's best friend just got even smarter: New Zealand's SPCA has begun teaching rescue dogs how to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
Hydrotherapy provides important physical therapy to dogs, especially those who have difficulty engaging in regular outdoor activities.
Hydrotherapy provides important physical therapy to dogs, especially those who have difficulty engaging in regular outdoor activities.
A few simple steps on your part could mean more years of happy times with your dog.
A few simple steps on your part could mean more years of happy times with your dog.
If you're yawning from fatigue or boredom, your loyal dog is likely yawning as well, a new study finds.
If you're yawning from fatigue or boredom, your loyal dog is likely yawning as well, a new study finds.
Grab the popcorn, turn the cell phone off and snuggle up with your BFF (best furry friend) to enjoy 10 of the best movies about dogs.
Grab the popcorn, turn the cell phone off and snuggle up with your BFF (best furry friend) to enjoy 10 of the best movies about dogs.
Just by owning a dog, you are improving your chances of living a longer life.
Just by owning a dog, you are improving your chances of living a longer life.
The slow-food movement isn't just for organic foodies anymore.
The slow-food movement isn't just for organic foodies anymore.
When it's raining cats and dogs outside, plenty of indoor fun can be found with a dog craft day.
When it's raining cats and dogs outside, plenty of indoor fun can be found with a dog craft day.
I've seen owners dancing with their dogs, doing some really cool moves. I'm not interested in competitions for this, but I would still like to train my dog to dance with me. Any tips?
I've seen owners dancing with their dogs, doing some really cool moves. I'm not interested in competitions for this, but I would still like to train my dog to dance with me. Any tips?
Though cats and dogs are the most common household pets in North America, the similarities practically end there.
Though cats and dogs are the most common household pets in North America, the similarities practically end there.
Jon Tumilson's dog, Hawkeye, was an important part of his life.
Jon Tumilson's dog, Hawkeye, was an important part of his life.
Your dog can be an Olympian, even without years of preparation and dedication.
Your dog can be an Olympian, even without years of preparation and dedication.
Pain may be the cause of sudden, unexplained aggression in dogs, a new study says.
Pain may be the cause of sudden, unexplained aggression in dogs, a new study says.
During tough economic times, who doesn't want to save money and spend less? With these tips, pet parents can save big.
During tough economic times, who doesn't want to save money and spend less? With these tips, pet parents can save big.
Want to get fit? Dogs make some of the best workout partners. Here's how you and your dog can get healthy together.
Want to get fit? Dogs make some of the best workout partners. Here's how you and your dog can get healthy together.
Shy dogs can be like shy people -- They may become anxious and even defensive when exposed to strange situations.
Shy dogs can be like shy people -- They may become anxious and even defensive when exposed to strange situations. Check out these tips for properly socializing your dog.
Not only is it possible to enjoy a fun vacation with your dog, but it's also easier than ever to do so while being frugal.
Here, 10 things every dog owner should do to keep their pet happy, healthy and in good shape.
What is a road warrior to do when it comes to bathroom options for your dog when away from home? Using these time-tested traveler tips, your dog will be handling the pit stops of life's highways and byways with ease.
Increasingly, dog owners understand that their pets need regular exercise and preventative efforts to maintain good health. They're finding that the sorts of therapies we humans enjoy, such as aromatherapy and massage, also serve their dogs well.
Across the country, dog social groups are enabling dog owners and their pets to find common ground.
Similar to selecting a day care for a child, choosing a doggie day care center is a process that takes some time and consideration.
How should owners protect themselves and their dogs from the disease?
Fostering a dog for a temporary period of time will increase the likelihood that the dog will find a forever home.
