We often view playtime with our furry friends as a way to burn excess energy or enjoy a few moments of laughter after a long ...

Researchers looked at whether there is a direct connection between play and a stronger emotional bond between owner and dog.

“Happiness is never better exhibited than by young animals, such as puppies, kittens, lambs, etc., when playing together, like our own children.” (Charles Darwin, The Descent of Man, p. 99) Watching ...

Playing a little extra with your dog improves the emotional bond between owner and dog, according to a new study from ...

Source: Rebecca Niemiec/with permission. Play behavior, whether it's by dogs, cats, other companion animals, or wild, freely roaming creatures, is a topic that attracts widespread transdisciplinary ...

Dog play can be noisy and physical. Chasing, growling, and wrestling are often harmless. The trouble starts when tension replaces fun and the shift goes unnoticed. Many early warning signs are subtle, ...