Calming signals – the right way to communicate with your dog
Calming signals, a kind of gesture of humility, are genetically rooted “polite phrases” that help a dog to communicate with its fellow [...] Read more
How similar are dogs and their owners?
People often assume that dogs and their owners look alike. And it’s true – studies have shown that many people seek out a dog that looks [...] Read more
Giving rescue dogs a sense of security
Wherever they may come from – Romania, Greece, Portugal – they all need our help. These days, rescue dogs come to Germany from all over [...] Read more
Smart, smarter, smartest – dog breeds and their intelligence
“Border collies are really smart,” or “greyhounds are dumb.” You hear this kind of thing all the time. But is it actually true that [...] Read more
Tips for a relaxed encounter between dogs
Do you know that feeling? Your heart races, and you get a lump in your throat and clammy hands when you see another person walking a dog in [...] Read more
Neutering in dogs – does it change their social behavior?
Right up until a few years ago, it was common practice to neuter a dog “prophylactically.” There were many reasons for this, including [...] Read more