Yawns, lip licks and calming signals: what the evidence really shows
Yawns and lip licks are worth noticing, but their meaning changes with the situation. Explore the research and a calmer way to respond to your dog.
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Behaviour
Why dogs do what they do, and how to read the signals in front of you, from the play bow to the side-eye.
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The head tilt: why some dogs cock their heads when you talk
A small toy-name study offers a clue to that irresistible sideways look. Learn what it found, how to read the rest of your dog and when a lasting tilt needs a vet.
Read the storyWhy dogs roll in fox poo, and what science can say
A familiar countryside mystery, with cautious research, practical prevention and a sensible approach to keeping the clean-up manageable.
Read the storyWhy does my dog kick the grass after a poo?
What paw-scent research and observations of ground scratching can tell us about the flying turf, plus the limits of the poo compass story.
Read the storyWhy dogs hump: arousal, hormones and helpful responses
Humping has several possible explanations. A calm response, attention to discomfort and a careful reading of neutering research help you choose the next step.
Read the storyWhy does my dog follow me everywhere, even to the loo?
Being followed can be ordinary companionship. Attachment research, observations during separation and changes in health help put your dog’s shadowing into context.
Read the storyWhat your dog's bark can tell you
Barking carries useful clues. Listening studies show patterns, while the dog's body, circumstances and changing needs help you decide what to do next.
Read the storyTail chasing: when it deserves a closer look
Look at repetition, interruption and the effect on everyday life. A short clip cannot establish the cause, and persistent or injurious chasing needs veterinary assessment.
Read the storyResource guarding: understanding it and keeping everyone safe
Guarding needs a careful response. Learn what the research can tell us, how to reduce confrontation and where veterinary and behaviour support fit.
Read the storyReading your dog's face: what the science shows
Eyes, ears and mouth movements offer clues, especially alongside the whole body and the situation. Research can describe patterns without translating a face into a thought.
Read the storyPlay or fight? How to read rough play between dogs
A practical guide to watching both dogs during an encounter, understanding play research and choosing when to call a calm break.
Read the storySuddenly scared of noises? Pain is worth checking
When familiar sounds suddenly become frightening, a veterinary check matters. Small clinical studies suggest pain can be part of the picture, alongside the fear itself.
Read the storyThe zoomies: what we know about your dog's sudden mad dashes
A guide to those sudden laps, the limits of the research, and making room for play, rest and a safer space when your dog speeds up.
Read the storyWhy does my dog wee on everything? Scent marking explained
From lamppost messages to unexpected indoor wees, explore the research and build a kind plan that begins with your dog's health.
Read the storyDo dogs grieve? How dogs can change after losing a companion
A surviving dog may eat, sleep or seek company differently after a companion dies. What the surveys can tell us, how to offer steady care and when a change needs a vet.
Read the storyDo dogs eat grass to make themselves sick? What the research found
Investigate the evidence behind a familiar lawn habit, from owners' observations to controlled studies and veterinary guidance.
Read the storyIs your dog jealous? What the experiments with fake dogs revealed
The nudge between you and another dog looks familiar. Six research papers offer a more complicated picture of jealousy, with useful clues for helping dogs share your attention.
Read the storyGrowling is a warning, not bad manners: why you should never punish it
A growl is your dog asking you to stop before things go further. Find out what a growl tells you, why telling a dog off can silence the warning but not the worry, and what to do next time.
Read the storyWhy dogs eat poo, and why a missing nutrient is probably not the reason
In a survey of about 1,500 dogs, one in six was a frequent poo eater, with no link to diet. What the research suggests is going on, why powders and tablets have a poor record, and how to make it happen less.
Read the storySeparation anxiety, or something else? What your dog is telling you when you leave
Barking at the door, chewed cushions or a puddle by the mat can come from fear, frustration, boredom or a full bladder. How to film what happens after you leave, read the clues, and know when to call your vet and a behaviourist.
Read the storyWhy your dog wakes you at night: clues worth noting
A bedside stare has no single translation. Look at what has changed, keep a useful record and check for discomfort before treating waking as a habit.
Read the storyYour dog's side-eye: what the look can tell you
Look beyond the funny caption to the whole dog, the situation and any change in eye health. A useful glance is a clue rather than a verdict.
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