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 ...

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 ...

National Hug Your Dog Day, observed annually on April 10th, is a heartfelt holiday dedicated to honoring the special bond between humans and our canine companions. It might sound silly – maybe because ...

There are two kinds of dog people in this world. The first sees a pup on the street, smiles, maybe offers a quick "Aww," and goes about their day. They might have a beloved dog at home, a framed photo ...

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 ...

Hugging your pet can be one of the biggest stress relievers for animal owners – but dog experts are now warning that wrapping your arms around your pooch is not always what they want or in their best ...

Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Taylor Duguay, of Sudbury Ontario, Canada, taught her 2-year-old border collie to dole out hugs to his furry best friend. The result are incredibly ...

A sweet viral video has resurfaced on the popular Reddit forum "Aww," where it amassed more than 15,000 votes since it was posted on Thursday. "A Golden retriever and cat hugging to hopefully make ...

This post is in response to The Data Says "Don't Hug the Dog!" By Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC A rule of thumb before hugging a dog is to pay very close attention to individual differences, your ...

There are purebred pups we find at breeders and then there are rescues we adopt from shelters or sanctuaries specializing in specific or general dogs. No matter what avenue you choose or believe in, ...