Some days, it feels like dogs can read our minds. They nuzzle us when we’re sad or grab a toy to throw for them when they see we're bored. Other days, the language barrier between our species is ...

The act of talking to a dog might strike some as absurd. Sure, pups respond to commands: “sit,” “down,” “stay.” But can your dog really follow the train of human language? Can they literally grasp ...

Up until the 17th century, people thought dogs were little more than unemotional machines that could not feel pain, either emotional or physical. It took behavioral science a long time to move away ...

Science shows that dogs learn to form mental representations of words, shedding light on why they often seem to grasp our conversations. Nothing quite captures the heart like videos of dogs appearing ...

Our furry friends may be trying to tell us something with every bark, purr and tail wag, but are we truly listening? Here’s how you can communicate better with your pet. Humans have formed an ...

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New research suggests prodigious pups that already have large vocabularies can learn new words by listening in on their ...

Pawing is one of the most vital canine communication tools. What does dog pawing mean? Most new, inexperienced pet parents may wonder, “What’s my dog saying with his paws?” You need to understand that ...

The secret language of dogs is an intriguing thing. I've long wished I could understand the little grunts and barks my corgi sends my way each day. Sure, we can come up with our own interpretations, ...