It is said that confidence comes from a feeling of well-being, acceptance of yourself and a belief in your own ability. If we’re lacking in confidence, some of the ways that we restore it are to ...

Learn why yelling at your dog doesn't work and discover gentle training methods that build trust and reduce stress.

Helping a nervous dog gain confidence is easier said than done, but with a little time and a lot of love, anything is possible. Whether it's a timid rescue dog coming home for the first time or a ...

My dog was anxious before it was cool to have an anxious dog. Thanks to our increased collective stress from the pandemic; more family members staying home during the week and then suddenly reporting ...

It was a "truly unexpected" encounter that brought her to tears, Stephanie Easley recalls, describing the moment when Beam—a rescue dog she fostered who was "terrified" of everything—just "hopped" ...

Dogs provide their owners with love and emotional support, and research has shown that even just petting a pooch lowers the stress hormone cortisol, but canines can also provide comfort to each other.

Anyone who's adopted a rescue dog before knows that it can take time for them to feel completely at home. In fact, rescue experts recommend following the 3-3-3 rule to know what kind of timeline to ...

Moment Nervous Foster Dog Bravely Asks Mom for 'Pets' Is Everything originally appeared on Parade Pets. Dogs who go from the shelter to a foster home need time to adjust. Many pups are scared and ...

We live in a world full of noise, people, movement, and constant distraction–and our dogs? They have to endure it all somehow ...