Much is known about what some tail wags mean in our canine friends and family, but a lot still remains unknown about this common behavior. Most people recognize a dog wagging his/her tail as a gesture of being happy. However, this might not always be true and scientists…
Interacting with Dogs Boosts Brain Waves and Reduces Stress Latest science shows EEG scans reveal specific changes in brain activity while petting, walking, and playing with a dog. According to a study published March 2024 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, spending quality time with dogs reduces stress…
A new photo exhibition honors NYPD police officers and their K9 partners who help to protect New York City. A new exhibit entitled The Dogs That Serve opens this week at the AKC Museum of the Dog in the Murray Hill section of New York City, not far from…
Of course all pet owners already know these poll results but it is nice to get confirmation. It also helps us to think of others who may be experiencing difficult times and perhaps visit with our pet or suggest the possibility of getting a support animal of their…
We all know dogs might have long been considered man's best friend, but according to a detailed study, while men may have wanted dogs for hunting and herding livestock, it was women who gave them names and domesticated them. Researchers from the University of Washington conducted a cross-cultural…
