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 ...

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 an instinctive reaction to reach out and rub that soft belly while slipping ...

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 ...

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 ...

This is a dog that ran onto the pitch during an Argentina Premier League game between Belgrano and Quilmes. He seems to be a happy dog, as all he was looking for on the field was a belly rub. A player ...