Scientists Use Shelter Dogs to Sniff Out Rare Gorillas
In recent years scientists have begun to realize the potential that dogs can have on their research. They have been using canines more and...
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...
Labrador Life Expectancy Through Color: Chocolate Labs Are Less Healthy than Black or Yellow...
The color of their fur is not the actual problem. Rather, it's how they are bred that might be harmful to these animals' genes....
Why Are Dogs More Prone to Bite Nervous People?
Apparently, your stressful demeanor around dogs can increase the risks of dog bites, experts say.
Can dogs smell fear in humans? You might have been...
Want to Do Tea Time With Your Pup?
I spend a lot of time each week culling through news articles and blogs. Over the last year I have seen a large increase...
Pets Remember Things Better Than You Think, Studies Show
Experts keep doing studies on the memory of dogs and cats for one very important reason that could benefit humans.
Do pets have long-term memories?...
Clever Dogs Can Fake Sickness and Injuries to Get Attention and TLC
One dog in Utah did try this trick on his pet parents but experts explain why the trickery isn’t deliberate.
It's already known that our...
New App Uses Facial Recognition to Return Lost Dogs
More than 10 million pets get lost every year in the United States, and many of them never find their way home. Now, a...
Homeless Dog’s Hilarious Grin Goes Viral, Gets Him a Home
A dog wound up in a shelter last week, charming the staff – and the world – with his outrageous smile.
Meet Cheech. Cheech...
Charity Group Seeking Volunteers to Raise Puppies
Looking for a fulfilling way to raise a puppy with a purpose? Guide Dogs of America needs people to raise their dogs, and it’s...
Prickly Fibers Are Showing Up in Pedigree Dog Treats
Dog owners have been on a heightened state of alert lately with all the pet food recalls and some extremely dangerous dog treat linked...
There’s a New Tool to Help You Choose the Best Guide Dog
A young dog’s likelihood of becoming a successful service dog can now be more accurately predicted by using a newly developed tool.
Have you...
