Anthropomorphism; attributing human emotions, motives, or characteristics to animals, sits at the heart of modern dog guardianship. Without it, the idea of a dog as a family member or emotional companion would feel far less intuitive. It is this very tendency to imagine the “human like” inner life of dogs that often deepens our affection for them. But anthropomorphism, while rooted in empathy, is a double-edged sword. It can enhance welfare and strengthen the bond, yet it can just as easily...

Dogs aren’t just living in our homes; they’re sharing our lives. They feel, think, choose, connect and suffer. In other words, they’re...

You’ve probably heard the advice “Just ignore it, and it’ll stop”.   It sounds simple, right? The theory is sound and rooted in...