After 798 days at Wags & Walks, Cali, a 5-year-old bully mix and long-term resident, has been adopted by Crystal, who said the dog "was always meant to be part of the family." Read On…
After a puppy mill bust in Gaston County on Monday, 63 dogs were surrendered to authorities and are being cared for by a coalition of rescues, including Peanut's Place Small Breed Rescue in Weddington. Read On…
Red Barn Goofy Newfy Rescue, founded last year in Champion, Ohio, works on a 15-acre, cage-free property to rehabilitate and rehome large-breed dogs—often underweight or emaciated—relying on donations and binding return contracts to keep animals from being passed around. Read On…
Dogs nibble on blankets for several benign reasons — inherited chewing instincts, teething in puppies, self-soothing for anxiety or simple play — and the feel and scent of fabric can make a blanket especially attractive. Read On…
Behavioral scientists and trainers describe how dogs develop distinct attachments to human grandparents, respond differently based on temperament, and benefit from regular, positive interactions. Read On…
Experts say dogs do not read clocks but use internal rhythms, scent, sound and learned patterns to anticipate meals, walks and an owner’s return. Read On…
Dogs often roll in dirt, grass or other strong odors — a behavior Wolf Park researchers say carries scent to share with the group and is rooted in pack hunting ancestry. Read On…
Veterinarians say heat, fireworks, sand and changes to routine are common summer stressors for dogs, and they offer practical observations and small solutions to keep animals comfortable. Read On…
A study published by ethologists at Eötvös Loránd University on July 28, 2025, used questionnaire data collected in Germany on roughly 5,000 dogs to examine how head shape and other factors relate to behavior in short-nosed breeds such as French Bulldogs and Pugs. Read On…
Trigger stacking happens when several stressful events build on one another and a dog can no longer cope, said Frankie Jackson of Canine Counseling. She describes the signs owners should watch for and simple interventions that can help. Read On…