And your dog gets just as much, if not more, out of it. Cuddling with their humans makes them feel safe and secure, ...

"My dog, specifically at nighttime, will randomly growl... I was just petting her gently, and she growled. Other nights, we will just simply move, and she will be lying in her crate, and she'll growl.

You are correct to use caution in labeling the behavior as aggressive, considering that growling is ultimately a form of communication. What is the dog trying to say? We can gain some insights ...

Animal behaviorists have studied when are the best times to cuddle your pet dog and when it’s best to leave them alone.

Others agreed with Steinberg that prong collars are better than harnesses: "Heard once: when you're communicating with your ...

By not making sudden movements, the dog should eventually lose interest in you and move on, but if it is barking or growling, ...