The idea that dogs might display autism-like traits first emerged in the 1960s, when veterinarians began noting unusual behavioral patterns that resembled symptoms seen in humans. Today, the ...

What makes dogs so special is their deeply social nature—not just with humans, but with each other. Anyone who’s lived with more than one dog has likely seen the strong, lasting bonds they form. They ...

For thousands of years, humans have selectively bred dogs to fulfill specific roles, ranging from guarding and hunting to herding and companionship. This deliberate shaping of traits has resulted in ...

Diabetes is becoming increasingly common in pets in South Africa, with one in every 308 dogs and one in every 230 cats ...

Scroll social media for five minutes and you’ll find a thousand versions of the same claim: dogs who “talk back,” sit like humans, shadow their owners from room to room, and seem more interested in ...