Dogs, including strays, are emotional beings. They experience feelings such as fear, anxiety, excitement, and even grief. When we hear a stray dog crying at night, it is tempting to believe that it is ...

Dogs have a talent for looking heartbreakingly mournful at the exact moment their humans are laughing, celebrating or simply feeling good. That contrast can feel jarring, as if your joy is somehow ...

For thousands of years, humans have selectively bred dogs to fulfill specific roles, ranging from guarding and hunting to herding and companionship. This deliberate shaping of traits has resulted in ...

Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter answers your pet-related questions every week in "Ask the Shelter". A reader wonders why her cat is such a picky eater. Do dogs cry? CVAS says yes, and no. Meet the ...