In a bygone era, a dog’s barking was a cherished trait. When humans lived in villages with open spaces, barking was basically the town’s loudspeaker—it helped announce everything from enemy tribes to ...

Sometimes, dogs bark when they're happy and excited. Sometimes they bark because they're scared or threatened. And sometimes, they bark out of boredom, when they want food or attention, or just ...

Q: Help! My dog has dandruff. What can I do? A: Some animals, like Pitbulls, actually have chronic sensitive skin, so drying and flaking seem to be problematic in that breed. Sometimes pollens and ...

This post has been revised on 8/21/20 with the help of readers and veterinary behaviorists. Given that many of us are currently working at home and spending much more of our day near our dogs, it has ...

stopping the noise, and began consulting dog counselors. the dog is singing a song of neglect.” In remedying the situation, Oguss said it must go beyond simple treatment of the dog. The relationship ...

Does your dog bark at everything that happens to pass by the window or anytime somebody comes in through the door? If so, you may tell the dog (loudly because of all the noise they're making!) to be ...

Having to deal with our favourite fluff balls barking every time a doorbell rings or when they hear noise from the outside is a particular cause of frustration for many canine parents. Dogs actually ...

I moved into a town house, and my neighbor’s sweet dog barks frequently for 30-plus minutes at a time when they are gone. It’s quite frustrating. I have had a dog and know it can be challenging. I ...

I read your column and always learn something, so thank you for that. I volunteer at a local rescue and often bring your column in to share with others. I have a 10-year-old terrier mix and ...

It's 2 a.m. The world has settled in for a peaceful night of sleep. Not a creature is stirring, with a glaring exception. Your neighbor's dog won't stop barking. If you're currently squinting at your ...

As a self-proclaimed cat person, it’s unlikely I would write two dog columns practically back-to-back, but here I am, venturing a second time into canine territory. Dog Column No. 1 described efforts ...