If you have a belly rub-loving dog, you know the drill. She immediately rolls on her back and exposes her belly, and you proceed to rub and scratch till her heart's content. Just like a good back ...

As you gently rub your dog's tummy, the look of glee on his face and all four legs in the air suggests he's loving the attention. But why? Why do dogs love belly rubs? If you've ever pondered on this ...

New neuroimaging and behavioral research show some dogs prefer praise to treats as a reward I've just learned of exciting new neuroimaging and behavior research that shows that some dogs prefer praise ...

Let's face it: Very few things in life are as irresistible as a dog flopping over to expose its belly. At that moment, it’s ...

The internet was left in tears by the heartwarming moment a rescue dog met his forever family—and he didn't waste a second before rolling onto his back and demanding belly rubs. For Acia Bradshaw, 34, ...

When Lola finally got her chance to meet Santa, she knew exactly what to ask for We know what’s No. 1 on this dog’s Christmas list: belly rubs – duh! Lola, a pit bull/boxer mix, is no lap dog, but she ...

Tummy rubs are one of the bright spots in a dog’s day. But if your dog has a rash on their tummy, those belly rubs will have to wait. Dog belly rash is usually minor but can be very uncomfortable. If ...