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Sled Dogs in Greenland are Becoming Extinct, Report Says
The sled dog culture in Greenland is unique but the last two decades sadly saw its population decrease, new study says. Here's what is...
Could the Next Deadly Flu Pandemic Start With Dogs?
Scientists discovered new dog flu virus strains that might affect dog owners severely in the future.
Could man's best friend trigger the next flu pandemic...
Dogs Are Second Most Dangerous Nonvenomous Animals in the US
New research found that dogs are the second most dangerous fatal nonvenomous animal encounter in the United States, with children under 4 years of...
4 Science-Based Tips for Keeping Senior Dogs Healthy
Ask any dog owner and they will tell you that the worst part of owning a canine companion is the fact that they don't...
Dog Domestication History (In Years)
How dogs came to be domesticated from their grey wolf ancestors is a long and complex history. And depending on which resources and scientific...
Stressed Dogs with Anxiety Show Premature Graying Hair, Study Says
Scientists looked into why dogs younger than four years old have graying hair around their muzzle and the results surprised them.
Gray hair is part...
Dogs Know Exactly When to Break Out the Puppy Eyes
Yes, your dog knows what he’s doing when he turns the pouty puppy eyes on you. Research shows that dogs understand human facial expressions...
Studies Say When Dogs Lick Their Mouths, You’re Stressing Them Out
Recent scientific findings indicate that a dog licking its mouth is a direct response to what they perceive as anger in humans.
Have you...
13 Dog Nutrition Tips That Are Actually Science-Based
Just Google the words dog nutrition tips and you will be assaulted with a deluge of results. There are literally thousands of so-called tips. But,...
Dogs Are Our Best Friends Because We May Share Similar Genes
People may have bred themselves the perfect companions from wild wolves, and a new study shows that a lot of this has to do...
The Importance of Studying Dog Genetics and How This Helps Pet Owners
There’s a booming market for studying dog genetics and here’s what dog owners need to know about it.
Some dog lovers believe that dogs behave...
Studies That Show How Dogs Make Us Happier and Healthier
There’s no doubt that dogs make a difference in the world. From seeing-eye dogs to our friendly pet companions at home, canines have the...
