I receive numerous emails asking something like, "Why does my dog hump other dogs?" Sometimes people ask, "Why does my dog hump his water bowl, her favorite toy, or my or other peoples' legs?" or "Why ...

Explore the causes of dog humping and practical strategies to address it. Discover motivations and tips to stop it.

This past week at the end of two separate readings for my new book Why Dogs Hump and Bees Get Depressed: The Fascinating Science of Animal Intelligence, Emotions, Friendship, and Conservation (see ...

As a pet parent, you know that having a beloved pooch can sometimes mean dealing with irritating behaviors, such as humping. At first, some pet parents may mistake the habit for a sign of affection ...

QUESTION: Despite being female and neutered, my dog constantly humps other dogs and even visitors’ legs. It’s so embarrassing. What can I do about it? ANSWER: Dogs get up to all kinds of cringe-y ...