Most pet dogs carry small fragments of wolf DNA, left behind after their long association with people. That genetic trace is ...

All dog breeds have unwanted behavior, such as noise sensitivity, aggressiveness and separation anxiety, but differences in frequency between breeds are great. Various unwanted behavior traits often ...

Many of us consider our dogs to be a part of our families, but scientists have found we still are not able to accurately judge the meaning in their behavior. An international team of researchers led ...

Your dog’s behaviour probably isn’t due to its breed, according to a large-scale genetic analysis. The findings suggest that stereotypes associated with certain breeds have little basis. Kathleen ...

Small dogs seem to have been purposely crafted to melt even the coldest of hearts. On top of prancing around with adorableness, these cute creatures snuggle into designer handbags and are often seen ...

The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine traits. It provides insights that could help identify early signs of illness ...

These dog training techniques help correct bad behavior quickly without yelling, using positive reinforcement, consistency, and methods supported by animal behavior science ...