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

It’s a scene every dog parent knows all too well: one moment you’re enjoying a quiet morning, sipping your coffee, and the ...

Fewer dogs are being registered, but buying behavior is changing. Our data shows how dog buyers have become more ...

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 ...

Dear Cathy, My newspaper recently started running your column. You had a question about how to teach a puppy not to bite by using butter on your fingers. Do you have any advice on how to teach a ...

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

People use music to set moods, create a desired atmosphere and evoke memories of family and friends. The right song at the right time can have similar effects for some dogs.

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They can’t speak and don’t understand most words, but dogs can understand your emotions, tone and rhythm. And by repeating ...

Having a pet can be a lot of fun, but it can also bring challenging moments. In those times, pet parents often wonder, “Does my dog respect me?” If you’ve ever asked that question, you’re not ...

A rain-soaked, muddy-paw reality check on whether the Audi Q5 is actually livable with big dogs—especially when you’ve chosen ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Vet say that they get questions about how dogs show loyalty a lot. “As owners, it’s quite common to wonder whether your dog ...