A study of more than 25,000 U.S. dogs and 238 breeds has linked dog size to varying patterns of risk for health conditions over the course of a dog's lifespan. A study of more than 25,000 U.S. dogs ...

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When it comes to cognitive ability, not all dogs are created equal. Most dogs can learn simple action cues like “sit” or “down.” But so-called “gifted word learner” (GWL) dogs exhibit a remarkable ...

Most dog owners are aware that their pooch is smart enough to know a few choice phrases—“walkies,” for instance, or, perhaps more likely, “time for dinner.” Some particularly intelligent canines can ...

We asked scientists from the Dog Aging Project for practical tips to improve your dog’s lifespan—from what to feed them to exactly how often they need a walk. Dog owners take their pets for a swim at ...

Researchers at Duke University set out to study dogs' intelligence, finding insights into how dogs learn, their individual strengths, and how the species is evolving to become even better companions ...

Psychologists explain the reason why dogs, even though they can’t talk, can lower your anxiety and improve your mood better than a human can. Mounting evidence shows that dogs are better at helping ...

Breakfast is on the table, dinner is in the oven and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is just about over. For many families, this means that it is time to watch the Kennel Club of Philadelphia's ...

Those tiny, fluffy dogs walking down the street may look cute but beware — they probably have some wolf in them. That is the discovery announced on Monday by U.S. scientists, who were surprised to ...

NBC will air the 24th annual National Dog Show Presented by Purina on Thanksgiving Day Bill McCay/NBC/Getty The National Dog Show is a Thanksgiving Day tradition The canine competition airs after the ...

Kylie M. Cairns receives funding from the Australian Dingo Foundation, the Australia and Pacific Science Foundation, the ACT government and donations from the general public. She is a director of the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. You’ve been away for two weeks on a European vacation, and the ...