Recent Kinship articles by Karen B. London, PhD, CAAB, CPDT-KA

Simple resolutions to boost your dog’s happiness, health and well-being all year long

It's time to reframe the situation

This body language is not as simple as you probably think

Here are all the way your kitty is trying to tell you they’re hurting

It’s important to remember that dogs are individuals, so training isn’t one-size-fits-all

Reduce the stress of vet visits – for you and your pup

Here are some tips for fitting training into your action-packed schedule

Chase? Wrestle? Tug-o-war? Find out which are fair game

Take it slow. This process should never feel like speed dating

Forget everything you think you know...

 A new study found that kids, especially young girls, benefit from having a pup

A study finds that your pup can tell – er, smell – when you’ve been doom-scrolling

Animal behaviourist Karen London on how ‘springing forward’ causes your dog or cat to lose sleep, too

Spoiler alert: it’s more than just cute

The internet has a lot to tell you about your new addition. Here’s what’s actually true

Having an older, wiser dog around can be a big plus

All the reasons dogs go everywhere we go

You need a break sometimes, and your dog is ready (and willing) to take one with you

It’s adorable, but there are actual reasons behind the behaviour

What to do when you don’t feel the close bond you want

Because nobody wants your pup eating the host’s charcuterie platter

And why stress could be to blame

Snow days are fun – until your pup needs to do their thing outside

Here‘s how your dog’s ears can clue you into how they’re feeling

Time to whip out The Notebook for a doggy movie night

Behaviour correction, Mary Poppins style: turn a job into a game

Is the term ‘prey drive’ correct terminology or meaningless jargon?

When your dog growls, they’re expressing their emotions. A study found that you’ll probably be able to understand what they’re feeling

Tips to get your cat to quit eating your greens

Four signs your puppy is ready for a nap

If your dog growls when you get near their food or toys, read this right now

A few minutes – or even a few steps – are all you need to add joy to your dog’s day

How to get your pet to stop chewing on inedibles from clothes to couches

There is a right and wrong way

Most dogs love walking, but some love chaos a little bit more

What to do when your best-laid training plans are sabotaged

What to do when your dog barks at everything from other cars to people

How to get your pup and the postie to be friends

Your cat deserves to play, but you deserve to walk away unscathed

Because 8 paws are better than 4 when it comes to pushing stuff off the table

How to teach your pup to play nice

Two words: endless entertainment

There’s no time like the present, according to your pet

How to teach your dog to enjoy, not destroy, their toys

Go beyond the basics

Also called the ‘propeller wag’ or ‘helicopter tail’, this behaviour is a surefire way to tell that a dog is happy

How to re-housetrain a dog of any age

Don’t hit pause on your pet’s playtime – these solo activities will help 9–5 fly by for them

The connection between people and dogs is the stuff of legends

With patience and positive reinforcement, you can do a lot to make up for lost time with socialisation

Chewie is the space co-pilot we all need

Who knew this was something to worry about?

Studies have shown why some dogs choose to be friendly after a fight

Between actual cats...

Eating fast is more than just unsightly – it’s potentially dangerous

Animal behaviourist Dr Karen B. London on how to strengthen your pet-parent bond

No longer associate feeding time with growling time

Surprise: it doesn’t always mean they’re happy

Your dog might not know your name. Don’t take offence – just play this game

Weirdly, this is what it’s called when your dog raises their hackles. And here’s why they do it...

Advice on how to deal with your dog’s humping habit

And save your skin

Bow down, puppers. It’s time to play

Turns out, the teenage years aren’t just tough for humans – they can be rough on dogs, too

There are pros and cons of sleeping with your dog – for both of you

There’s a lot more to it than sniffing each other’s butts

There’s a big difference between a dog smiling and showing their teeth

Persuasive strategies to convince your partner they do want a dog

Do these things to help your pup (and your guests) feel chill

The basics of the tug game and how to trouble-shoot common problems

They’ll be doing ollies in no time

Double the trouble or double the fun?

Hint: they can’t see

Your dog hates moving, too. This dog trainer’s tips will make it easier on everyone

Dog behaviourist Karen B London’s top tips to help get your parked pet moving

People have strong opinions about this cat toy. Here’s what you need to know

You want to sleep, your cat wants to party. Here’s how to deal with it

Teach your pup a perfect recall so you can be sure they will come back, no matter what

It’s a personal preference, but here are the pros and cons

Five ways to warm a skittish dog to you

One doesn’t have to be the loneliest number when it comes to your dog

Research shows that little dogs may feel the need to scent mark more frequently than big dogs

A fascination with lights and shadows is common in high-energy dogs – but it can develop into obsessive-compulsive disorder if it gets out of hand

What to expect when your perfect puppy hits that unruly stage

If your cat still approaches you with a figurative arched eyebrow of scepticism, try these tricks to put them at ease

Why adopting two kittens may be easier (and better for them) than adopting one

If one hand isn’t stroking a furry dog belly, what are you doing?

Step one: never put your face close to theirs

Or are they just peacefully resting? Behaviourist Karen London explains how to tell the difference

Apparently even experts have a hard time defining these terms

Set your pup up for success

Animal behaviourist Karen B London breaks down the silent ways your pet is trying to tell you they’re hurting

Your senior dog might move slower these days, but that doesn’t mean they can’t learn new things

Not counting how fun they are to watch

Research finds why dogs may suddenly become super-sensitive to sounds

It takes some patience (shocker), but it can be done

Here are the pros and cons of having a feline sleeping buddy

And how you can encourage them to cover up after doing their business

Is there a green-eyed monster hiding in that adorable ball of fluff?

Your kitty’s an explorer. But if you want to keep their expeditions indoors, here‘s how

A behaviourist’s six surefire steps to training a cat to go in a carrier

If your dog tries to wolf down literally everything in sight, you need this advice

Move over, pups. This is a cat’s game, too

And how to change it

It’s the one food most dogs can't stand. Here’s why – plus, how to use their dislike of citrus to your advantage

A viral video gives new meaning to being on the fence

Beyond more puppy love and snuggle time

How to help a howling dog turn down the volume (or even hit the off button)

Is there anything more annoying than a dog who won’t stop whining? Here’s what to do about it

Is your dog showing empathy? Or just plain annoyance?

Don’t worry, it’s just a phase!

Don’t just assume that your dog’s golden years should be spent quietly relaxing – they could be gaming

Trust me, I’m a dog trainer

Six animal behaviourists share pro tips for boosting the confidence of a fearful dog

Everything you need to know about the difficult task of medicating a cat

This popular training technique isn’t just for dogs. Here’s how you can make it work for your cat

For some dogs, it’s not as simple as just throwing a ball

How the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin connects us with our pups

Boundaries, folks. Boundaries