If you have a belly rub-loving dog, you know the drill. She immediately rolls on her back and exposes her belly, and you proceed to rub and scratch till her heart's content. Just like a good back ...

Let's face it: Very few things in life are as irresistible as a dog flopping over to expose its belly. At that moment, it’s an instinctive reaction to reach out and rub that soft belly while slipping ...

As you gently rub your dog's tummy, the look of glee on his face and all four legs in the air suggests he's loving the attention. But why? Why do dogs love belly rubs? If you've ever pondered on this ...

When it comes to dogs, do you think they prefer a nice belly rub or a delicious treat? While the dog from the Beggin' Strips commercial is always thrilled about devouring his treat, chances are he ...

New neuroimaging and behavioral research show some dogs prefer praise to treats as a reward I've just learned of exciting new neuroimaging and behavior research that shows that some dogs prefer praise ...

Think your dog lives for nose smooches and belly rubs? Not even close. Here's what dogs really enjoy (and what they hate). Humans often express affection through hugs and kisses, but for dogs, this ...

Dogs are a human’s constant companions. They're our furry little shadows that sleep in our beds, curl up by our feet, and snuggle with us on the couch. Dogs show no shortage of cute behavior, but ...