When a dog wags its tail, it automatically means that they’re happy, right? Well, while there is truth to that, there’s actually a lot more to it—and sometimes, it can actually mean that they’re not ...

As any dog owner knows, there are a few surefire ways to cue a pup’s wagging tail: arriving home from work, picking up their favorite toy or uttering the word “outside.” But why do dogs wag their tail ...

You probably look at your dog’s tail a dozen times a day without really thinking about it. I love my dogs’ tails. They are so ...

Many people believe that dogs wag their tails when they are happy. But, according to a new study, the behavior is actually much more nuanced than that. In a recent study published in the Royal Society ...

For pet parents, perhaps nothing is more heartwarming than coming home to a dog excitedly wagging its tail in greeting. But, for all the daily tail-wagging that goes on in homes around the world, ...

Dogs make a range of noises – from barking to growling and panting – to communicate. Much like their human owners, they also rely on nonverbal body language to convey their emotions. By listening to ...

Dogs often show their happiness by wagging their tails, but one owner has learned those joyful wags can get canines into a bit of a predicament. Pet parent Sarah let the dogs roam off-leash while ...

(WHTM) — All dog owners know the scene that plays out when they come home: they come home and see their pup standing by the door and wagging its tail rapidly ready to greet you. But why do dogs wag ...

The question in the title is simple and straightforward, and many people—researchers and non-researchers including dog lovers—all have opinions on the matter. Everyone seems to know why dogs wag their ...