From Hollywood movies to family homes, long-eared dogs have captured hearts worldwide. But those floppy ears are more than just adorable—they tell a powerful story of instinct, history, and care.

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The role for which a dog was bred—say retrieving birds—is reflected in their brain structure, according to a study of 33 breeds.

Dogs have a measurable ability to read human emotion, and research consistently shows that interacting with dogs lowers ...

It’s hard to imagine today’s family dogs being bred for life-or-death encounters, but some breeds were originally developed ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The Dachshund, also known as the “wiener dog” or “sausage dog,” is a loyal, small dog breed with a big personality ...

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Meera Pal is a Northern California-based writer with a background in journalism and books. She covers pets, real estate, tech, and everything in between. You can follow her on Twitter @Meerakat Kelly ...