Dogs may not speak our language, but they are constantly communicating with us. Every wag of the tail, tilt of the head, or shift in posture carries meaning. Unfortunately, many pet owners ...

While a dog's wagging tail is often thought to signal happiness, it can also signal fear or anxiety.

Without the gift of gab, dogs are left to rely on a bark, a tail wag, or, sometimes, even a snarl to communicate with their two-legged companions. However, as we attempt to connect with our canine ...

Subtle body language cues your dog uses to apologize Dogs are fluent in emotion, at least the ones people already recognize.

Some days, it feels like dogs can read our minds. They nuzzle us when we're sad or grab a toy to throw for them when they see we're bored. Other days, the language barrier between our species is ...

Understanding a dog's body language can strengthen the human-animal bond and help identify potential health or behavioral issues. Dogs make a range of noises – from barking to growling and panting – ...

When I accepted my first job working with animals, as an assistant in a veterinary office, I considered myself dog-savvy. Having owned several dogs in my lifetime, I felt I was up to the task of ...

A few days ago, Dogs Trust released the results of a survey of 2,000 dog owners who were asked what questions they would ask their dog if the dog could talk. The number one question was: “Are you ...

Some people are exceptionally skilled at reading others’ body language – they are what I call “masters of nonverbal communication.” But regardless of how well a human reads other people’s nonverbal ...

Up until the 17th century, people thought dogs were little more than unemotional machines that could not feel pain, either emotional or physical. It took behavioral science a long time to move away ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Understanding an animal's body language can serve as a key element of nonverbal communication from pet to owner. There are many behaviors that are telltale signs of what a pet ...