Loud noises — whether they’re from storms, fireworks, or even a siren going off in the distance — can often trigger a negative reaction from a dog. Noise phobia is common among pups: According to a ...

Question: My mother adopted an Australian shepherd mix who is very sweet but so timid. She sits under a desk and rarely comes out. She get a little excited when she sees a leash, but once outside she ...

This week, experts attending the Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas Feb.15-19, have answered your queries: Q: My Chihuahua growls constantly at my boyfriend, even snapping at times. My ...

Last week I discussed how dogs have greeting rituals, not only with other dogs, but with humans as well. A friendly, social yet unfamiliar dog may not be all too willing to allow a human into its ...

DEAR JOAN: My dog, Autumn, has become a scaredy-cat since the pandemic. Early fireworks, darkness of the evening hours — and now she will not complete a circuit around our favorite block. I am afraid ...

Loud noises — whether they’re from storms, fireworks, or even a siren going off in the distance — can often trigger a negative reaction from a dog. Noise phobia is common among pups: According to a ...

As Hurricane Ian and other storms tear through, keep in mind that big weather can mean big anxiety for your dog. Storm anxiety can set in well before any thunder or rain as dogs can sense barometric ...