Dear Cathy, Five months ago we adopted a two-year-old year rescue that looks to be a German Pinscher and Dachshund mix. The ...

Dogs can reliably smell when people experience acute stress. They do this by detecting subtle chemical changes in human sweat ...

Separation anxiety in dogs can be challenging to navigate, and depending on the extent of it, you may want to consult with a behavior expert. Separation anxiety is “a specific behavioral disorder that ...

What helps reactive dogs overcome fear and anxiety when traditional obedience training falls short? According to a ...

Dogs are often stereotyped as being happy-go-lucky and carefree, and many often are. But did you know that an awful lot of dogs are actually displaying signs of anxiety? We all want to be the best dog ...

Most people love a fireworks display, but many of our furry friends don’t. The loud bangs and crackling sounds can trigger anxiety symptoms in dogs, like pacing, panting, and excessive drooling. It’s ...

When the New Year's ball is about to drop, your dog may already be hiding under your furniture. Fireworks can be traumatic ...

Male dogs and those with abandonment history show higher clinical prevalence. Noise phobias act as a significant comorbidity and risk multiplier. Effective treatment requires concurrent drug therapy ...