A new neuroimaging study reveals how dogs process words they have been taught to associate with objects. Findings suggest dogs have a rudimentary neural representation of meaning for words they have been taught.
Just as with humans, a dog's personality is likely to change over time, a new study reports.
Selective breeding has altered brain anatomy in dogs. Neuroimaging of 33 dog breeds revealed brain structures varied across breeds, and the variations are associated with specific behaviors.
A new study reports dogs use different parts of their brains to process negative and positive emotional cues in human facial expressions.
Researchers identify an interspecies correlation between hair cortisol concentrations in humans and dogs during summer and winter months. The cortisol levels were not affected by the amount of activity the dog had during these periods. The study reveals a seasonal effect in higher cortisol levels between humans and animals, and human personality traits significantly affected the dog's level of stress. Findings suggest that dogs often mirror the stress levels of their owners.
According to a new study, social ability of dogs appears to be affected by genes that also influence human behavior.
A new study reports genetic variations in sensitivity to oxytocin allows dogs to be more sociable and seek out contact with their owners.
According to researchers, children who spent time interacting with their dogs had lower cortisol levels.
Findings could help animal shelters to improve the pet adoption process and find the perfect pet partner for people.
Dogs with epilepsy who received cannabidiol as part of a clinical trial had a reduction in the frequency of seizures.
A new study reveals domestication has altered the cognitive abilities of dogs, especially when it comes to determining cause and effect.
A new study reveals oxytocin, a hormone implicated in bonding, may play an important role in social interactions between man and dog.
