When dogs seem to misbehave out of nowhere, there is almost always a human-made reason behind it. Small choices in your ...

It can be hard to know what to do when dealing with complicated behavior issues. If you or your dog are struggling, you may benefit from the help of a dog behaviorist. These professionals are trained ...

An encore performance by Dr. Patricia McConnell, ethologist and certified applied animal behaviorist and is the author of two ...

With everyone preparing for the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, this is top-of-mind and especially for pet parents looking to travel with their dog to celebrate the holiday weekend. While Fourth of ...

Patricia B. McConnell is one of the world's leading animal behaviorists. Her radio show, "Calling All Pets," played in more than 110 cities for 14 years, and her TV show, "Petline," was featured on ...

These dog training techniques help correct bad behavior quickly without yelling, using positive reinforcement, consistency, ...

We like to speak to our dogs and ascribe all sorts of emotions to them, but, truth be told, they're much simpler beings than humans. Dogs are motivated by the basics: food, activity and companionship.

A canine behavioural specialist has advised all dog owners to take their pets on a "sniffari" in order for them to make the most of their exercise. Whilst almost all dogs love heading outdoors, expert ...

TAMPA BAY, Fla. (BLOOM) – If you’ve ever had a dog suddenly latch onto your leg, a pillow, or even another pet, you’ve probably wondered: Why do dogs hump? While it might seem awkward or even funny, ...

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. While an obedient dog is a friend, a badly behaved dog is a frustration. "We all want a dog who ...