Hugging a dog may seem like a natural way to express love, but recent research in animal behavior warns that this practice can negatively affect the animal's well-being. Far from being enjoyable, hugs ...

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 ...

For us doggy lovers, there's nothing better than giving our dog a big hug, but do dogs like hugs? If you've noticed your dog squirms a bit when you hug him, it could be that he'd prefer a tasty ...

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 ...

It’s increasingly difficult if not downright impossible to find a day of the year on which nothing is celebrated. From National Peanut Butter Lovers Day (March 1st) and National Cold Cuts Day (March ...

Humans might need to hug their dogs from time to time, but dogs aren't necessarily thrilled with the idea. An article out from Psychology Today talks about "Doggy De-stress Days," when dogs are ...

Let’s face it: Dogs have the power to hijack the human brain in ways that no other species can. With their big eyes, fluffy bodies and adorable faces, it’s difficult to resist petting them or picking ...

Experts disagree as to whether giving your dog a hug will stress it out. Photo by: http://rockingrandmamusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Dog-pic-dog-hugging-man ...

I had brought my dogs to be part of a "Doggy De-Stress Day" on the campus of a local university. These are becoming more common for many colleges in North America and usually take place during midterm ...

Dogs are adorable and friendly. Your dog is probably a member of your family — not just your pet. I certainly sympathize. My dog Goodwin, seen above surveying Brooklyn, sleeps in the same bed I do. He ...