Watching dogs play is very exciting, and there has been a lot empirical research on how and why dogs (and other animals) engage in this activity with boundless zeal. A number of people have asked me ...

On July 19, 2025, in Gainesville, Florida, USA, @sarahhhsahm shared a video of her baby playing with pet dogs. In the video, the baby is seen crawling and playing chase with the dogs, while also ...

For decades I've thought about how a simple behavior such as stretching and crouching on the forelimbs could become a play invitation signal in dogs and other animals. Many people also have asked me ...

An owner found her golden retriever taking up bird watching, which she believes was the dog's way of bonding with her cat.

Who does not love a good game of hide and seek? From kids to adults to animals, everyone loves this game, and dogs are no exception. Look at Bullet, for instance. For him, playing this game is one of ...

Dogs do not need much to make the most of a moment. A favorite toy and some space can be enough to turn an ordinary afternoon into their own kind of fun. That was exactly the scene one Maui Humane ...