Scientists are now getting closer to understanding the neural mechanism behind the “wet dog shakes.” Using lab mice, a team ...

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A team of neurobiologists at Harvard Medical School's Howard Hughes Medical Institute has uncovered the neural mechanism ...

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All dogs have the potential to be loving and loyal companions, but they also need guidance to prevent aggressive behaviors. American pit bull terriers are considered some of the most dangerous dogs ...

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The “wet dog shake” isn’t just limited to our canine companions, though. It’s actually an evolutionarily conserved behavior observed widely across hairy mammalian species. Now, scientists have finally ...

When hairy mammals feel something on their back, they’ll pull out the “wet dog shakes”. If you’ve ever been within the splash ...