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How dogs learn to communicate using sound buttons

Button-based communication tools are drawing attention for their role in helping dogs express needs and emotions. Trainers say success depends less on the device and more on consistency, timing, and ...
If you have ever been around a dog, you know that dogs and humans are able to communicate to some degree. Humans issue commands to dogs that they follow. Dogs make requests of humans like pawing them ...
Dogs express affection in ways that go far beyond simple obedience. Animal specialists explain that understanding these ...
"Annoyance in dogs can look like lip licking, yawning, turning away, freezing or just general avoidance," Carpenter says.
Dogs are known as humans’ best friends, but the foundation of this relationship lies in effective communication. Dogs communicate using a combination of vocalizations, body language, scent, and touch.
If it seems like your dog knows exactly what you're saying, that's because dogs are born ready to communicate with people, according to a new study. The research, published this week in the journal ...
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — An intensive group therapy program at MUSC is using canine companions to help combat trauma and other mental health issues for its patients. "We need Grant to stand up ...