Dog Science

Wolves are majestic and awe-inspiring creatures, just like many domestic dogs can be. While some believe that dogs are still very similar to their wild...

Researchers have uncovered a genetic difference between wild wolves and domesticated dogs which explains why they interact with humans differently. The study, which was published...

A recent study compared how much dog owners would spend on their pet compared to cat owners to determine who would spend more on...

New study found that Mayas raised and traded dogs for ceremonies, kept them as guardians and pets, and did not differentiate between breeds. Growing up,...

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...

At one time or another, most pet owners ask the questions, "do dogs dream?" and "what do dogs dream about?" Research has been done on this subject, and the answers might surprise you! I'm sure you've seen your dog twitch his legs and make muffled whining sounds while he's asleep. Is he dreaming or is this something else? The quick answer is, yes, dogs do dream. Research has found that dogs dream much like humans. What happens to your pet while he's asleep and what kinds of things do dogs dream about?

In the age-old debate of who is smarter between cats and dogs, science may have found an answer. A team of scientists from universities...

Scientists have not only found 5 genes in dogs which influence their social ability to interact with humans, but have also discovered that 4...

Researchers finally discovered what causes deadly skin condition called lethal acrodermatitis (LAD) affecting a large population of Bull Terrier dogs. When you volunteer at a...

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...

In the dog loving community, dog shock collars are controversial. Some owners are completely against using them, others believe there's a time and place...

Researchers have discovered that suffering in animals produces more sadness for people than suffering in their fellow humans. These days, we have all the world’s...