Dogs can reliably smell when people experience acute stress. They do this by detecting subtle chemical changes in human sweat ...

Ever wondered why some dogs effortlessly become internet sensations while others remain in the background? Viral dog clips ...

A study led by researchers at the University of Cambridge provides a window into canine emotions, revealing why some golden retrievers are more fearful, energetic or aggressive than others. The ...

Every neighborhood has one. Maybe you met one at the dog park strutting past the other dogs as though the red carpet had been rolled out just for them, or maybe you watched your friend's dog and ...

Dogs may love sniffing and exploring during walks or outdoor play, but frequent check-ins reveal something deeper. According ...

Just like humans, dogs have certain people they prefer over others. Here are some specific things that might influence who they pick as their favorite.

Dog ownership benefits the mental health and social behaviors of teens, which may come about due to changes in gut microbes.

Ever get the feeling that your dog has a secret job—maybe as a bodyguard? You're probably not imagining it—despite the wagging tails and happy, lolling tongues, dogs are protective beings, carefully ...

What helps reactive dogs overcome fear and anxiety when traditional obedience training falls short? According to a ...

Research led by Kikusui Takefumi at Azabu University in Japan, published recently in iScience, explains what might be going ...

As adorable, loyal, and loving as dogs are, they are still animals with natural instincts. Just because they live inside our homes and are spoiled rotten, does not mean they won't act like the animals ...