New data answers the question of whether dogs are more responsive to verbal commands or to gestures and body language.

Sit, the command most dogs, including Teddy, learn first, is by far, the most universal command for getting a dog to focus on its owner. The nonverbal signal is to hold your hand in front of your ...

Deaf dog Aspen found the perfect forever home and new confidence after learning commands through hand signals at the Austin Humane Society Aspen has reached peak happiness. The white pit bull mix ...