Man’s best friend may also be man’s best research subject, as a study by a University of Arizona researcher suggested that personality traits in dogs may be the result of genetic inheritance. UA ...

The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine traits. It provides insights that could help identify early signs of illness ...

Flat-faced dogs like Pugs and Frenchies may seem extra friendly, but new research shows size, training, and “spoiling” often shape their behavior more than head shape – though some traits are likely ...

Aggression toward owners is one of the most misunderstood issues in dog behavior. Veterinarians and animal behavior experts ...

Traits of a Dog Parent vs. a Cat Parent originally appeared on Parade Pets. The following scenario happens quite often. You're at a coffee shop on a quiet afternoon, sipping on your cappuccino, and ...

Wes Siler is your guide to leading a more exciting life in the great outdoors. As Outside’s outdoor lifestyle columnist, he writes about the intersections of science, news, politics, gear, vehicles ...

New research out of La Trobe University has confirmed the characteristics we seek in the ideal companion dog. Power and colleagues surveyed over 300 adults to explore the preferred traits and ...

Different dogs have different personalities and behavioral traits. While some fur babies react more gently to a certain thing ...

Modern dogs offer a living record of change shaped by proximity to people. Over time, research shows that brains respond to ...