Of course, we want our pups to be happy from head to tail, but what does happiness look like in dogs? Dog behavior is complex ...

Any dog parent can attest that their four-legged friend is an important part of the family. They deserve to be showered with ...

Laura is an assistant editor for The Scientist. She earned her PhD in biomedical sciences from Rush University by studying how circadian rhythms and alcohol affect the gut. View full profile. Learn ...

Having the person enter, walk a few steps inside, and then leave. Then having the person enter, walk a few steps, approach ...

Pedigree conducted (excuse the pun) an experiment to see what would happen if dogs wagging their tails conducted an orchestra – and the results are amazing. The music produced allows a glimpse into ...

Vito the pug was named “best in show” at the 2024 National Dog Show, becoming the first of his breed to win the title at the ...

Tail docking and ear cropping are two surgical practices often performed on specific dog breeds. They are performed for aesthetic purposes and, therefore, have come under scrutiny over the last few ...