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...
Why Search and Rescue Dogs Are Not Affected By Travel Stress
Search and rescue dogs experience significant travel stress while flying to disaster sites, but quickly get over it in order to perform their jobs.
Dog...
Swimmer Puppy Syndrome: Science-Based Causes & Treatment
Swimmer puppy syndrome—also known as swimmers syndrome in dogs, swimming-puppy syndrome, twisted legs, turtle pup, and flat-puppy syndrome—is a very rare developmental deformity seen...
Study Shows We Share Similar Genes With Dogs That Impact Our Social Abilities
Scientists have not only found 5 genes in dogs which influence their social ability to interact with humans, but have also discovered that 4...
Why Do Dogs Sleep With Their Bum Facing You: What Does Science Say?
I know it’s weird.
And as a fur parent, this strange sleeping habit in dogs can happen anywhere, anytime.
Especially when you’re dozing off.
Though seemingly strange,...
Our Dogs’ DNA Carry Cancer Genes from Over 10,000 Years Ago
Today’s American dogs have the DNA of a cancer gene that apparently wiped out the ancient dogs that originally roamed the Americas.
The history of...
Friendly Dogs Likely Have Similar DNA Disorders as Humans with Williams Syndrome
Why are dogs so friendly? The answer might lie in a genetic anomaly, which evolution may have changed, scientists say.
"Some of these structural variants...
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...
The Science Behind Aggression in Dogs
One of the most frequent behavioral reasons owners take their dogs to the veterinarian or even back to the shelter is aggression. Considering the damage...
High Cholesterol May Be Good for Dogs with Bone Cancer
While elevated cholesterol is usually considered bad for the health, recent research reveals that it may actually help dogs with bone cancer survive longer....
Dog Tail Docking: 5 Dangers of This Procedure (Based on Science)
Dog tail docking, or canine caudectomy, originated more than 2000 years ago (1).
Its first intention was to protect hunting dogs because their tail made...
Homemade Dog Food vs Commercial Brands: What’s Better for Dogs?
Eating well can allow us to live better and feel better. “You are what you eat” – as the saying goes. The same applies...
