It might seem like dogs are acting like paranoid creatures preparing for the end of the world. But that’s not the case. According to Mia Cobb, a researcher at the…

If you see a cute little puppy wandering down the street, keep in mind: there’s real wolf DNA inside it. This revelation comes from researchers at the Smithsonian National Museum…

Everyone believes their furry friend is the smartest. Animal behavior experts have proposed a series of tests dog owners can use to assess their pet’s intelligence. If the results turn…

To study this, researchers from the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto examined dust samples from 1,050 homes with infants aged three to four months, testing them for allergens. The…

When a dog licks its lips, many owners assume the animal is hungry. But that assumption can be misleading. Experts point to several other reasons for this behavior. A dog…

This tiny carved dog captures how much ancient Egyptians adored pets. The figure, measuring 18 centimeters long, was carved from ivory by an unknown artisan between 1390 and 1352 B.C.…

A family dog can get kids moving — and the effect is biggest for girls. Australian researchers found that having a dog in the household boosts children’s physical activity, particularly…

It turns out taking selfies with your dog can make you more attractive — at least to people scrolling social media or dating profiles. A new survey led by American…

There are approximately one billion pet dogs in the world — and they leave a bigger mark on the planet than most of us realize. They are our beloved companions…

To determine a dog’s age in human years, don’t just multiply your pet’s age by seven. Calculating a dog’s age is more nuanced. A dog’s lifespan depends on several factors,…

Think you understand your dog? Researchers at Arizona State University have evidence you probably don’t. A new study on how humans perceive dog behavior found that people regularly misinterpret canine…

Researchers at the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna found a simple, effective way to communicate with dogs. Any dog owner knows how challenging it can be to capture a furry…

A team of researchers from Queen’s University Belfast and the University of Nottingham conducted a study measuring how human stress affects pet dogs’ heart rates. Historically, dogs served mainly for…

Researchers at the British charity Dogs Trust in London enrolled 4,500 pet dogs in their Generation Pup study, which focused on introducing them to cats. The team found the initial…

There’s a surprisingly simple way to strengthen your bond with your dog: change how you talk to them, researchers at the University of Geneva found. When talking to your dog,…

We all hear about the importance of a good night’s sleep — but what about your pet’s? A new study from the PDSA (People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals) reveals how…

A new study finds that dogs’ brains have shrunk since domestication. That’s likely because life with humans demands less brainpower than life in the wild. Humans are largely responsible for…

When a dog looks like its owner, is it coincidence or something deeper? “While this isn’t a universal phenomenon for all owners and their dogs, they often share certain similarities,”…

Your dog can also suffer from seasonal allergies. And if your dog suddenly starts scratching, it might not just be fleas. Veterinarians spoke to the British publication Daily Mail about…

Training dogs to use their sense of smell—often called “scent training”—can be done at home and may boost their cognition, researchers at Aberystwyth University in the UK found. Overall, dog…

Imagine a world where humans suddenly vanish. It may sound grim for Homo sapiens, but it would be better news for dogs. Without people, canine companions would be freed from…

The UK Kennel Club warned that traditional Easter treats can be deadly for dogs — and it all comes down to raisins: small, tasty, and treacherous. In 2023, poisoning cases…

There are a few reasons dogs love to stick their heads out of moving car windows. Dr. Helen Pilcher, a biologist and science writer from the UK, calls it a…

Once, these remarkable dogs served people faithfully — but today they’re gone. For different reasons, some breeds faded into obscurity because of human actions, while others disappeared because of changing…

According to researchers from the charity Dog Trust, small dog breeds with long noses tend to live longer than others. Female dogs of small, purebred breeds have the longest life…

A team from the University of Wisconsin–Madison investigated how more than 1,000 pet dogs behave in front of the television. They found that 80 percent were avid viewers. Purebred dogs,…

Socializing doesn’t just help people — it’s key to keeping dogs healthy, too. A team of researchers from several leading U.S. scientific centers conducted a large-scale study and found that…

A team of researchers at Auburn University in Alabama found that chewing toys can help anxious dogs improve their memory. The scientists evaluated the performance of 34 Labrador Retrievers in…

Millions of cat lovers probably bristled at the idea. So what did the study actually find? An international team surveyed 2,117 pet owners in the United Kingdom, Denmark, and Austria…

You’ve probably seen a dog chase its tail — sometimes even trying to bite it. But why do they do this? Live Science lists several possible reasons — and ways…

Small dogs can live twice as long as large ones, a fact many devoted pet owners already know. A team of researchers from Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, Hungary, set…

Dogs are famously called man’s best friend. A new study suggests we might want to call them women’s best companions instead — dogs seem to listen more closely to women…

Pugs and other flat-faced dog breeds face a significantly higher risk of serious health issues. Despite this, they remain among the most popular breeds. Researchers suggest these dogs are treated…

Dogs have remarkable abilities, from reading human emotions in faces to an unusual understanding of numbers. Now researchers have evidence of another skill: dogs can listen while they sleep. How…

Do you know how to enhance your dog’s life and make your furry friend happy? Start with a few general guidelines and adapt them to your dog’s preferences. Experts have…

Puss in Boots, with his enormous eyes, is one of the cutest characters in animation. Scientists have borrowed his name to describe an unusual phenomenon: dogs with big eyes are…

Dogs have a unique ability to express their emotions, from wagging their tails to whining and giving that puppy-dog look. Cats, on the other hand, are often known for their…

The strong bond between humans and dogs has always been a source of wonder and fascination. Cultivated over thousands of years of shared evolution, this connection has fostered an incredible…

Researchers analyzed 28 pet dogs, ages 10 to 16, to uncover telltale signs of dementia. The first red flag they identified was sleep problems in older dogs with dementia. An…

It turns out that dogs resemble their owners not just in appearance, but also in personality traits. This connection is particularly strong when the relationship is harmonious. Such similarities are…

Researchers at the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna watched how 96 pet dogs reacted when people offered them pieces of sausage. Previous studies have shown a strong communicative bond…

A team at the University of Helsinki ran an extensive study to find which dog breeds are the smartest. From 2016 to 2022, animal behavior specialists tested the intelligence of…

Four-legged robotic dogs have gained popularity among scientists and rapid response teams in recent years, primarily due to their unique ability to maneuver in dangerous or inaccessible areas for humans.…

Why did researchers pick this specific time frame? That’s apparently long enough for the world to shift into a radically different climate phase. The team says the planet could face…