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 ...

Freeman said although scared dogs will look to their owners for comfort, one of the worst things an owner can do is coddle them. “Doting on the pet and giving them lots of attention can reinforce the ...

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 ...

Halloween can be a stressful time for dogs, which is why it’s important to start preparing in advance. The constant ringing of the doorbell and all the unfamiliar faces can be overwhelming for our ...

Do you let your dogs off their leash when you’re out with them? Dogs love spending time off-leash when it’s safe and legal to do so, but many dog parents are reluctant to let their pups run off on a ...

That’s why, when a pit bull is adopted I celebrate. I can’t tell you how many pit bull adoption stories I have heard where the new family tells me they were apprehensive at first but now love their ...

Chey has the same reaction every time staff try to take her outside. She lies flat on the ground, eyes closed and shaking ...