Being chosen by a dog is one of the highest compliments to your character. It suggests that you move through the world with ...

“Our study shows that physiological concentrations of hormones and neurotransmitters can serve as biomarkers of canine temperament,” the team writes. “These results could help identify dogs suited for ...

People use music to set moods, create a desired atmosphere and evoke memories of family and friends. The right song at the ...

Some “gifted” dogs can learn more words than typical canines—new research on border collies may have the answer as to why.

The current gold standard for judging canine character involves tests like the “Wesen test” (German for “character” or ...

Forget perfect dogs and January overhauls. These realistic goals focus on enrichment, communication, and flexibility to ...

Some dogs are seemingly more talented than others. So-called gifted word learners (GWL) are rare canines that can rapidly learn the names of toys, a skill that most dogs don't possess. To understand ...

Dogs are extremely popular household companions and a large percentage of these amazing beings are free-ranging with or without homes to which to return or feral and on their. Regardless of lifestyle ...

This beautiful pup was repeatedly overlooked & misjudged in his kennel. He was almost being euthanized, until a loving family ...

Kittens are born deaf and blind and stay that way until they are about two weeks old. But after only a few days, they start purring, mostly to alert their mothers to their presence and get their ...

It’s often said that pets replicate their owner’s behaviors, but it’s not just those early bedtime routines and naps on the couch that they copy. Have you ever felt stressed or anxious around your pet ...