The Dogly Blog
Science-backed guides on dog behavior, body language, training, and health — written by dog people, for dog people.
BehaviorYour dog isn't just being clingy — there's fascinating evolutionary biology behind their need to stay close. Here's what science says about "velcro dogs."
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BehaviorDogs don't just bark randomly. Research shows that different bark patterns communicate specific emotions and needs. Learn to decode your dog's vocal language.
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TrainingYour dog is constantly communicating with you through body language. Learn to read tail positions, ear signals, eye contact, and posture to understand what your dog is really feeling.
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HealthNot all dogs need the same amount of exercise. Learn the science-backed exercise requirements for different breeds, life stages, and energy levels to keep your dog healthy and happy.
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ScienceIt's one of the most endearing things dogs do — but head tilting isn't just cute. Research published in Animal Cognition reveals it may be a sign of higher cognitive processing.
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BehaviorYour dog isn't just being clingy when you're sad — research from Biology Letters shows dogs can genuinely read human emotions through sight, sound, and even smell.
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ResearchOriginal data from 8,400+ dogs across 120+ breeds reveals 6 distinct emotional bark patterns — and some findings surprised even our own researchers.
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ComparisonThe dog translator app market is flooded with novelty tools. Here's an honest breakdown of what different categories of apps actually do — and how real AI analysis compares.
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GuideDogs communicate through 19 types of vocalizations, dozens of body language signals, and complex contextual cues. This guide covers everything you need to become fluent in dog.
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ResearchWe surveyed 1,247 Dogly users and tested their ability to identify dog body language signals. The average owner got only 38% right. The most misread signal might surprise you.
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MythsThe 'be the alpha' dog training philosophy is based on a 1947 study of captive wolves that the original author himself debunked. Yet trainers still charge $200/hour to teach it. Here's what the science actually says.
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BehaviorYour dog isn't barking at ghosts. Their senses detect things you literally cannot perceive. Here are the 7 most common reasons for 'nothing barking' and what to do about each one.
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