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The 4th of July isn’t always fun for our four-legged friends. A little understanding about why dogs are afraid of fireworks can go a long way toward helping them cope.

Have you ever wondered why dogs roll in the grass? We've got the reasons behind this curious—and sometimes stinky—dog behavior. There are many reasons dogs may roll in the grass, according to ...

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Facts are facts: Dogs are going to bark. But understanding why dogs bark at other dogs can help you decode their behavior and quiet their canine chattiness. Here’s a two-word sentence that will come ...

Scone mounting and humping Ruby from the front. Source: Courtesy of Marc Bekoff During the past two months, I've received numerous emails asking questions that center on why dogs mount and hump. 1 The ...