Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: @sociallykels / Instagram Who knew a game of tug of war could be so calm? Two Goldendoodles are winning hearts ...

Although more common in dogs, 4 in 10 pet cats also choose to play fetch with their owners. Credit: Mikel M. Delgado/CC-BY 4.0 Conventional wisdom would suggest that all dogs love to play fetch, while ...

Playing a little extra with your dog improves the emotional bond between owner and dog, according to a new study from Linköping University. However, training did not give the same results. The study ...

Perhaps you've heard of Chaser the border collie, the dog who knew over 1,000 words and had a huge pile of toys to show for it. My father, John Pilley, was Chaser's human parent, teacher, and research ...

Who does not love a good game of hide and seek? From kids to adults to animals, everyone loves this game, and dogs are no exception. Look at Bullet, for instance. For him, playing this game is one of ...

For decades I've thought about how a simple behavior such as stretching and crouching on the forelimbs could become a play invitation signal in dogs and other animals. Many people also have asked me ...

As dogs get older, their personalities and behaviors often shift in subtle, endearing ways. What once was boundless energy can mellow into quiet charm, and the playful mischief of youth is often ...

Learn how a few minutes of daily play can strengthen your bond with your dog — and why training alone may not be enough. Training is often seen as the key to building a strong relationship with your ...