Hugging is quite common in bonobos, the so-called “peace-loving hippies of the primate world.” This behavior probably originated from female bonobos cradling their infants when they were small.

National Hug Your Dog Day, observed annually on April 10th, is a heartfelt holiday dedicated to honoring the special bond between humans and our canine companions. It might sound silly – maybe ...

Dogs are not all unconditional lovers nor sponges for hugs, but saying "Don't ever hug a dog" is over the top given what we know. Skip to main content Mobile Navigation.

Human-dog communication: How body language and non-verbal cues are key to clarity in dog directed play, petting and hugging behaviour by humans. Applied Animal Behaviour Science ...