The idea that dogs are constantly trying to dominate their owners is one of the most persistent — and most damaging — myths in dog behavior. Here is what ethologists actually know about dominance, hierarchy, and why the “alpha dog”…
Your dog's bark is not random noise — it is a finely tuned signal shaped by thousands of years of domestication to communicate with you. Ethologists have discovered that humans can decode a dog's emotional state from the acoustics of their bark alone. Here's what the science of barking reveals about what your dog is really trying to say.
Does your dog dread car rides? The problem might not be fear — it might be nausea. Motion sickness is one of the most common and underrecognized causes of car anxiety in dogs, and treating it is the first step toward stress-free travel. Here is how to tell what is really bothering your dog, and the science-backed steps to help them feel safe on the road.
There are so many different advice and methods out there, making it hard for dog owners to chose which method to use to make their dog walk nicely on the walks. This ends with most trying out different methods and often ending up with an unsuccessful result. Along with frustration and giving up. In this blog we go through how to make the walk more enjoyable both for you and for your dog.
Think most dog bites come from strangers or "bad" behavior? Research shows the opposite: most bites to young children happen at home, during affectionate moments with a familiar dog — often while a parent is in the room. Here's how to keep your child and your dog safe, based on what science actually tells us.
Shock collars, prong collars, and leash corrections promise quick fixes — but the science tells a different story. Research shows that reward-based training is not only kinder to your dog, but also more effective at producing lasting behaviour change. Here's why the world's leading veterinary organizations are calling for a ban on aversive methods, and what you should use instead.