The Importance of Being Present
Don discusses the importance of mindfulness and being present when interacting with others, even our pets.
August 22, 2026
Woof Meow Pet Tip for August 17, 2026 at Star 977 with Don Hanson – New Science About Cats & Dogs
An audio excerpt from the Star 977 Woof Meow Tip for August 3, 2026, where Don discusses two recent studies that reveal new information about cat behavior and dog behavior.
August 17, 2026
Shared Blog Post-Dogs Understand Our Mood Based on Our Facial Expressions
In this post, Don reviews a new paper published on August 10, 2026, which indicates that our dogs can tell if we are happy, afraid, or angry/sad by looking at our facial expressions.
August 16, 2026
Woof Meow Pet Tip for August 3, 2026 at Star 977 with Don Hanson – Questions to Ask Yourself BEFORE Adding a Dog to Your Family
An audio excerpt from the Star 977 Woof Meow Tip for August 3, 2026, where Don discusses several questions you should ask yourself and others before adding a dog to your family.
August 3, 2026
Questions to Ask Yourself BEFORE Adding a Dog to Your Family
Excerpt – Adding a puppy or dog to a family is no small matter. The decision to do so will affect all family members, and the dog will be affected by everyone else in the home, humans and non-humans alike. This article poses several questions
June 7, 2026
Resources on Canine Body Language & Communication
Don discusses the importance of understanding how your dog communicates and lists several of his favorite books, articles, videos, and online resources that can assist you in becoming a better pet guardian or pet parent. If you include a pet parent in your family, this
July 12, 2023