"Taken together, all these studies support the view that dominance hierarchies are common in domestic dogs. Furthermore, they strongly contradict the previously held notion of lack of social structure ...

As time goes on, we learn more about the pets in our lives and how best to care for them, and it can be difficult to keep track of what’s recommended and what isn’t as advice can fast become outdated.

Dogs don’t follow just anyone. The way they act around you, or how they look, move, or even play, can reveal how they see your role in their life. For many dogs, leadership is about trust, stability, ...

Dogs are often misunderstood by their human companions, especially when it comes to behavior that might be perceived as dominance. This guide explores ten common behaviors that are often misjudged, ...

A recent essay by Ian Lecklitner, " Do I need to be the 'alpha' if I want my dog to respect me?" along with a number of emails from people who read his piece, motivated me to expand on a few topics ...