If your dog does like squeaky toys, make sure to buy them durable toys and keep a close eye on them while they're playing.

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As your dog's Very Important Person, interactions with you can make (or break) your dog's happiness. Here are 7 things to do ...

It might not actually be the best way to show your furry friend affection. Here's what a veterinary behaviorist recommends.

The 17th-century philosopher Rene Descartes believed that animals did not have souls, but responded mechanically to outside stimuli and so were without feelings. This, of course, made it easy to ...

Anyone who has a dog as a pet knows that sometimes when they're fast asleep on the couch or plopped right next to you, they move and even kick their legs like they're running. It's made us wonder ...

As you gently rub your dog's tummy, the look of glee on his face and all four legs in the air suggests he's loving the attention. But why? Why do dogs love belly rubs? If you've ever pondered on this ...

Dogs are associated with many things; bones, harassing cats, but most commonly, their love of bouncy balls. One canine's "dedication to the ball" has been filmed and recently posted to TikTok in a ...

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