Is your dog suddenly afraid of you? Use these calm, low-pressure steps to rebuild trust and help your dog relax.

“I found my dog almost two years ago tied to a pole. He's a Pit Bull Terrier mix. He has an extreme phobia of the car. If we just say the word 'car' or we are going somewhere, he hides and starts ...

Many of us gather with our loved ones on the 4th of July to enjoy a cookout and watch the fireworks. However, while we’re all oohing and ahhing, our dogs are retreating under the couch, shaking in ...

Fireworks can trigger fear and anxiety in dogs, especially during Fourth of July celebrations. Preparation is key--whether your pet is staying home or joining you outside. Calming tools, safe spaces, ...

I’m not entirely sure where the “fraidy cat” stereotype came from considering the most I’ve seen a cat do when freaked out is just kinda go hide, whereas a dog who’s not sure about you will LOSE ITS ...

A few years ago I was chatting with an Army veteran who had served as a dog trainer at The Department of Defense Military Working Dogs Training School at Lackland Air Force Base near San Antonio. This ...

There's nothing like celebrating the Fourth of July in the South, where fireworks glitter the night sky in hues of red, white, and blue. Down in these parts, residents show a deep appreciation for ...

Fido may not love fireworks — but The Post has some pro tips to get him through those explosive Fourth of July celebrations. Patriotic pyrotechnics are the top cause of anxiety in dogs, with an ...