One study found that dogs were more likely to tilt their head in response to a familiar word — suggesting that some head ...

Dogs' adorable head tilts when called are more than just cute; they signify active processing of your voice's tone, context, and emotion. This behaviour, linked to name recognition, helps dogs better ...

A head tilt in humans might show empathy or indicate someone is engaged in listening. However, this common gesture's meaning for our canine companions isn't as clear-cut. We're familiar with the ...

Even without speaking, your dog has a lot to say. Dogs can communicate a number of different things to their owners via licking because they use their tongues similarly to how humans use hands. In ...

Even without speaking, your dog has a lot to say. Dogs use their tongues similarly to how humans use hands. In addition to being important to grooming, licks can show affection, empathy or a need for ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2021. Q: I recently adopted Sophie, a 1-year-old standard poodle, who has an ...

Researchers have discovered the potential meaning behind a popular puppy pose, when a dog perks its ears and cocks its head. A new study suggests it may be the pup’s way of "processing relevant, ...

This “head-tilt check” might be the perfect new game to get your doggo’s attention. TikToker Noora Ahokannas hails from Finland and is the proud owner of a German shepherd named Gilda. Ahokannas ...

Q: I recently adopted Sophie, a 1-year-old standard poodle, who has an endearing trait. Sometimes she tilts her head when I’m talking, as though she’s trying to understand everything I’m saying. None ...