Imagine a dog leaping excitedly at arriving guests, only to receive a sharp yell or leash tug—traditional responses that ...

In the video above, you’ll meet Penny, a shelter dog struggling to get adopted due to her kennel reactivity. When people walk by, she barks and lunges—making it hard for potential adopters to see her ...

Training your dog to remain calm can transform your everyday life. Here are 11 small changes you can make to help your dog ...

If you dream of a calm and composed canine companion who's happy and well behaved, you may be surprised to learn that the quickest and easiest way to get there is through your training sessions. While ...

On a Thursday night this past spring, about 15 dogs and their owners filed into the backyard of Bevill Dog Behavior. “They weren’t just a bunch of good, calm dogs,” owner Brad Bevill says. They were ...

We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. If your dog is anything like mine, the smallest noises, storms, or new smells can send him into a panic. My ...

One of the most important aspects of owning and interacting with a dog is to be aware of their temperament. Dogs are intuitive, sensitive, intelligent creatures, and every canine has its own character ...

Folks in the market for a calm dog breed need not look further than this comprehensive list. But first, let’s define “calm.” The American Kennel Club classifies a calm breed as one that doesn’t have ...

Fireworks can be a source of great fear and anxiety for dogs, but there are ways to help them cope with the loud noises and ...

Summer brings many things with it: heat, beach and pool days, longer daylight hours, barbecues and of course, anxious dogs. If you have an easily frightened or sensitive pup, Fourth of July fireworks ...

Independence Day celebrations are among the most distinctive when it comes to American holidays. It’s also the most exciting holiday for many people, with typically beautiful weather, family and ...