When you hear about “science focused on how dogs can live their best lives with us” it sounds like an imaginary job made up by a child. However, the field of animal welfare science is real and ...

Snowfall is an amazing time for everyone, and dogs love spending time in the snow. This dog, however, loves something else even more. It truly believes in living in the moment and can’t seem to enjoy ...

Man's best friend is increasingly being abandoned on the street, often by people facing financial hardships who can no longer afford to feed or house them. "Animal shelters generally reflect what is ...

Dogs that are up for adoption gather together at the Humane Society of Greater Miami on Dec. 13, 2023. Constant phone calls from desperate pet owners. Hallways full of temporary dog crates. Fewer ...

When it comes to cognitive ability, not all dogs are created equal. Most dogs can learn simple action cues like “sit” or “down.” But so-called “gifted word learner” (GWL) dogs exhibit a remarkable ...

Nearly a million more pets are crowding the nation’s animal shelters and facilities compared to three years ago, with more dogs than cats euthanized last year for the first time since one major animal ...

The reasons for loving dogs are enthusiastic, eloquent, sometimes surprisingly scientific, and shared by over 65 million people across the country. I am a believer not just because I have experienced ...