While humans see hugs as a way to comfort and show others love, the gesture may not carry the same meaning for dogs.

While some may argue that we should show our love for our dogs every day, celebrating National Hug Your Dog Day 2024 can serve as a special reminder to prioritize your bond with your beloved dog. In ...

You should not be hugging your dog — at least according to the latest research by a multinational team of investigators headed by Elizabeth Ann Walsh of the Cork Pet Behaviour Centre, in Cork, Ireland ...

Every dog lover knows just how special their pup is. After all, your dog bestie traveled all the way from their magic dog planet to end up in your arms, ready for a lifetime of snuggles, treats, and ...

This post is in response to The Data Says "Don't Hug the Dog!" By Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC A rule of thumb before hugging a dog is to pay very close attention to individual differences, your ...

There are purebred pups we find at breeders and then there are rescues we adopt from shelters or sanctuaries specializing in specific or general dogs. No matter what avenue you choose or believe in, ...

Dogs may not like hugs as much as you think according to a popular canine behaviorist. Stanley Coren explained in a Psychology Today post that though humans may want to hug their dogs to show ...