A dog’s refusal of a treat may seem small, but it can be a subtle indicator of fear, stress, or anxiety. While many dogs ...

Foster dogs can take a long time to come out of their shell. They might have a scared, traumatized past. But with patience and a loving environment, they can learn to trust again. They can learn to be ...

Have you heard that you shouldn’t comfort or reassure a frightened dog in case you reinforce the message that they’re right to be scared? This is quite a common misconception, and it’s rooted in ...

A heartbreaking video about a dog that was "dumped" at a shelter by the family he had been with for more than a decade has left the internet in tears. The video was posted by @thatdoggirl, who is an ...

A dog vanished during New Year’s fireworks — then someone heard “frantic barks” in a storm drain. “Little did anyone know, this call would lead to a heartwarming rescue mission and a joyous reunion,” ...

A good Samaritan responded to the dog's pleas and took the canine's puppy to the vet Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work has previously ...