The sound of food pouring into a bowl, the creak of the front door, the laughter of a boisterous group—these everyday noises can significantly affect your dog’s balance. A team…

Researchers from Arizona State University have found that people are quite poor at reading their dogs’ feelings, even though they believe they understand them perfectly. For instance, when people are…

According to veterinarians and animal psychologists, our four-legged friends can be neurodivergent just like humans. They can also experience autism spectrum disorders. What do scientists think about this? Jacqueline Boyd,…

Volunteers who encountered dogs with blue fur in Chernobyl believe that the coloration of these stray animals changed not because of some bizarre mutation from decades of radiation exposure, but…

A team of researchers has published the results of their latest study in the journal Nature Scientific Reports. The findings reveal that some dogs behave similarly to people who suffer…

In the United Kingdom, the popularity of vegan dog food is on the rise. A new study reported by the Daily Mail reveals that a plant-based diet can provide pets…

They tilt their heads when we cry, pace back and forth when we’re stressed, and are always by our side during the toughest moments of our lives. Coincidence? Not at…

Anyone who has a cat or a dog at home has likely noticed their furry friend munching on grass. This behavior might seem unusual, especially for cats, who are natural…

A new study by animal psychologists at Auburn University in the U.S. found that a dog’s reaction to television varies with its personality. To explore this connection further, the team…

A team led by Tatiana Feirborn, a postdoctoral researcher at the National Institutes of Health, collected DNA from modern dogs and from ancient dog remains unearthed at archaeological sites across…

Changes in appetite and trouble opening doors can be warning signs that your dog is developing dementia. Dementia is usually associated with memory loss in older people. But dogs can…

A team of Spanish researchers has dated the bone of the oldest domesticated dog. Humans have been befriending their canine companions for more than 17,000 years. The discovery shows dogs…

To mark its 70th anniversary, Guinness World Records arranged a meeting between the tallest and smallest dogs on the planet: a four-year-old Chihuahua named Pearl from Florida, who stands just…

Researchers at Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary surveyed about 800 dog owners and found they fall into three distinct groups. ‘We identified three different profiles of owners whose dogs play…

Researchers at Nottingham Trent University in the UK found that spending time with dogs lowers stress and anxiety — and that’s just the start. How the Study Was Conducted The…

Researchers say that petting other people’s dogs brings several health benefits. Just five minutes with these furry friends can significantly lower the stress hormone cortisol. At the same time, levels…

Domestication has made cat and dog breeds more diverse — yet surprisingly similar. That has serious implications for their health. At first glance, Persian cats and pugs seem entirely different,…

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…

In 2023, with the help of canine experts and biologists, California winemakers enlisted two English Springer Spaniels — Zinni and Sovi B, named after Zinfandel and Sauvignon Blanc — to…

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 National Human Genome Research Institute in the U.S. confirmed that dogs living near the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant are genetically distinct from dogs elsewhere. Evolution usually takes…

Most people today prefer friendly, calm pets that fit a more sedentary lifestyle. Just a few decades ago, dogs were seen as working animals tasked with hunting, herding livestock, and…

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…

Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences found that neurons in attention-related brain regions synchronize as dogs and humans grow closer. Previous studies suggested the human brain synchronizes during interactions…

About 4 in 10 domestic cats enjoy playing fetch — a game most people associate with dogs. A team of American animal psychologists found more cats like the game than…

A new study from Eötvös Loránd University points to two clear signs of a truly gifted dog. The first is the ability to learn and remember the names of hundreds…

Researchers from the University of Bristol have discovered that human stress can lead to a sudden drop in a dog’s mood. This study by the university team is the first…

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,”…

If you’ve ever owned a dog, you know this: you’re cooking, reading, or otherwise occupied, and suddenly your pup is staring at you from across the room. That stare has…

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…

For years, many people assumed purebred dogs were more prone to illness than mixed breeds. A new study from Texas A&M University challenges that idea. The university team examined long-held…

Veterinarians warn pet owners to think twice before feeding dogs leftovers like scrambled eggs or grilled salmon from their plates. “Most of us don’t realize how calorie-dense human food can…

Imagine the sound of a dog’s claws clicking against a tiled floor. Now picture a cat walking on that same floor. The difference is that the cat moves in complete…

Archaeologists from the University of Oxford uncovered a 1,500-year-old burial site in Patagonia. Among the finds was the skeleton of Dusicyon avus, a South American canid that went extinct around…

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…

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…

Dogs remember their littermates for the first two years after separation, but they tend to keep a stronger bond with their mothers even beyond that point. Bringing a puppy home…

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…

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…