We often view playtime with our furry friends as a way to burn excess energy or enjoy a few moments of laughter after a long day. However, for our pups, play is so much more than that! It’s a ...

These 4 games will keep your pups on their paws and their activity levels high.

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There's nothing a dog loves more than to play with their humans outdoors and in the sunshine. While it's fun to run around in the warmth, not every dog can be outside all the time. Whether you have a ...

Playing a little extra with your dog improves the emotional bond between owner and dog, according to a new study from Linköping University. However, training did not give the same results. The study ...

Play is a kaleidoscope--a frenetic potpourri--of the senses Many, if not most, dogs love to play, and different forms of dogs' play behavior truly are a kaleidoscope--a frenetic potpourri--of the ...

Hattie and Eric having fun on the run. Source: Dale McLelland, used with permission Many, if not most, dogs like to play with their friends, including other dogs, possibly other nonhumans, and their ...

Concerned about an aggressive puppy? Learn signs of aggression vs. play and get tips to manage aggressive puppy behavior for a happier home.

"Parent the dog in front of you, not the dog you thought you were going to have," Janice Costa, pet expert, told Newsweek.