Dogs were described as being fountains of positivity, inducing good feelings in their human. The participants also said that ...

Research led by Kikusui Takefumi at Azabu University in Japan, published recently in iScience, explains what might be going on. It reveals that the microbes found in the guts of dog owners are notably ...

A dog lunges at another pup at the park. Meanwhile, a person struggles with depression while excelling academically. These two scenarios seem worlds apart, but new research suggests they might share ...

Prehistoric wolf remains found on a Baltic island suggest that humans cared for wolves thousands of years before dogs fully ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. From their wolf ancestors to today’s sweet, loyal ...

The crude view of evolution is often stark: a struggle for life in the wilderness, dominated by the strong, the cunning, the fierce, or the exquisitely camouflaged. And yet, who thrives today? Dogs.

It's well-known dogs can sense human emotions, but how do they do it? And what are the implications for how we behave around them?

In humans, CBD is thought to have therapeutic effects for some conditions including chronic pain, nausea, or inflammation. Now, dogs may be reaping some of the benefits, too, according to a new study.

Dogs may love sniffing and exploring during walks or outdoor play, but frequent check-ins reveal something deeper. According ...

Humans shouldn’t be the only ones enjoying pumpkin treats in the fall — pumpkin can also be a healthy and tasty snack for cats and dogs. Some of the biggest perks of feeding pumpkin to your dog are ...

Winter hill trips with dogs need more than excitement. From breed tolerance and terrain training to crate comfort and cold ...