Plus, how you can help your pup feel safer.

The Dog Aging Project, a long-term study on canine aging, has collected data on dog behavior from more than 50,000 owners, ...

Fearful dogs are often approached with good intentions that unintentionally worsen their stress. This video focuses on common handling and training moments where fear is misunderstood or mismanaged.

Myths and outdated (but still common) narratives about fearful dogs, and dogs in general, can lead you astray. We can dispel these myths, but repeating myths can make them more salient. I’ll stick to ...

These days, many people have got the message that it’s important to train dogs with reward-based methods (for example, giving the dog a treat when they sit to reinforce the behavior and make it happen ...

While many behaviors are just frustrating, others can escalate into situations that lead to injuries, strained relationships ...

Dog training 101: Use expert tips covering basic commands, potty training, leash walking, and problem behaviors.

As dog lovers and volunteers, we know how important it is to build trust with shelter dogs so they can find their forever homes. But for fearful dogs, that connection can be harder to form—especially ...

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