It started as a game of fetch and tug-of-war yet for a select group of superior dogs, it was a game-changer when it comes to ...

There are many important things to consider before getting a dog, including which breeds aren't suitable for your lifestyle ...

When considering your first dog, it's advised to think carefully about the breed best suited to you and your lifestyle.

As infants, humans naturally learn new words and their associations—like the fact that forks are related to bowls because ...

Dogs that easily learn the names of toys might also mentally sort them by function, a new example of complex cognitive activity in the canine brain.

Meyers, father of Seth Meyers (of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” and “Saturday Night Live” fame), may have a celebrity son, but he is as unassuming, no-nonsense and down-to-earth as they come. Perhaps ...

Goldens, for instance, thrive on repetition, lots of gentle guidance and emotional connection. They learn beautifully when training feels like a partnership. Since Golden Retrievers are more on the ...

After nearly 80 hours trapped in a ravine, Cody Trenkle got to reunite with rescue K-9 Daryl, the lifesaving dog who found ...

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Overuse of digital gadgets harms teenagers, research suggests. But ubiquitous technology may be helping older Americans stay sharp. By Paula Span It started with a high school typing course. Wanda ...

Picture this: a sleep-deprived dog parent standing at the threshold of a brightly lit room, clutching a leash with one hand and a treat pouch with the other. At her feet stands a squirming little ball ...

Dog and cat parents may glean benefits beyond a cuddle buddy. A recent study links cat and dog ownership to slower cognitive decline in older adults. The study, published in Scientific Reports, ...