Can dogs communicate a range of emotions to humans through facial expressions? Researchers say yes. A new study discovered a key factor that separates wolves from dogs involving two specialized facial ...

Scientists are beginning to trace a surprising link between the genes that shape dog behavior and the biology that underpins human mood and social traits. Instead of treating canine affection and ...

Dogs have a unique way of showing how much they care, and sometimes their love is quieter than wagging tails or sloppy kisses. Recognizing these subtle signs your dog loves you lets you lean into ...

If you have ever been around a dog, you know that dogs and humans are able to communicate to some degree. Humans issue commands to dogs that they follow. Dogs make requests of humans like pawing them ...

Why does your dog rush to "help" when you are searching for something, while your cat seems… eh, less concerned? New research suggests that this difference may stem from deep evolutionary roots—and ...

A global study of 10,000 dogs explores whether pets truly understand and use word buttons to communicate with humans.

PBS NOVA recently aired an episode “Can Dogs Talk?” about whether dogs had the ability to learn our language. Using paw-sized push buttons placed on the floor (usually attached to a mat and labeled), ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A new global study found evidence that dogs can understand and combine concepts and, if given the right tools, can even "talk" to their owners. The study, conducted by the ...

If you’ve had the pleasure of being a dog parent, you’ve likely had experiences where your furry friend seems to understand every single word you say. My most recent fluff baby—Huxley, a Bernese ...

For many years, pet enthusiasts have been actively arguing about one thing: Do dogs understand humans better than cats?