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·July 19, 2017·4 min read

A Common Underlying Genetic Basis for Social Behavior in Dogs and Humans

Princeton researchers discover a genetic basis for hyper-social behavior in people and dogs.

This shows a dog with a lot of snuggly toys

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·June 13, 2022·5 min read

A Glimpse Into the Dog’s Mind: A New Study Reveals How Dogs Think of Their Toys

Dogs have multi-modal mental imagery of items and objects that are familiar to them. When a dog thinks about an object, they imagine the object's different sensory features.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·June 4, 2018·3 min read

A Sense of Disgust in Bonobos?

Researchers report bonobos express disgust when presented with contaminated food. The study reveals their curiosity transforms into caution when food is presented near feces or a bad smell.

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·August 5, 2010·1 min read

Animal Emotions in Scope of Research

Researchers look deeper into animal emotions for clues about decision making. New approaches in the study of animal behavior allow researchers to study the effects of optimistic and pessimistic moods on animal behavior.

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·October 4, 2017·4 min read

Animals That Play With Objects Learn How To Use Them as Tools

A new study reveals birds can learn how to use objects to solve tasks by first playing with them.

a monkey drinking from a soda can on a person's roof

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·June 18, 2018·4 min read

Are Smarter Animals Bigger Troublemakers?

Researchers examined the role of animal cognition in different types of human-wildlife conflict. The study reveals some animals may take more risks if they habituate urban surroundings.

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·October 22, 2018·3 min read

Asian Elephants Could Be the Math Kings of the Jungle

Researchers report Asian elephants appear to possess numerical abilities similar to humans.

This little puppy looks as though he's been caught up to no good

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·October 15, 2021·4 min read

Behavior Resembling Human ADHD Seen in Dogs

Hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention are more common in male dogs and young puppies, researchers say. The findings correspond to age and gender associated with ADHD in humans.