Dogs, our loyal companions, often mirror our behaviors in unexpected ways. Whether it’s mimicking our moods or adapting to ...

To get around that, a team of researchers recently did the largest gene/behavior association study within a single dog breed.

Shared genes found in golden retrievers and people influence traits like fear, trainability, and emotional sensitivity.

Researchers analyzed the genomes and behavioral profiles of 1,300 golden retrievers and found that several behavioral traits—such as trainability, fear of strangers, and aggression toward other ...

Dogs may boost mental health by subtly reshaping the microbes in our bodies. Having a dog doesn’t only mean companionship, ...

Scientists are beginning to trace a surprising link between the genes that shape dog behavior and the biology that underpins ...

Resource guarding in dogs is common, but it can escalate if ignored. Learn how to spot early signs, understand what your dog ...

New study shows humans rely on context, not canine cues, when judging their dogs’ emotions — and we’re getting it wrong most ...

Now, newly discussed research is challenging that assumption, with a study now suggesting that dogs may experience forms of ...

The bond between a canine and their paw parents goes leaps and bounds. We have seen pups surprising their humans with their ...

Just like humans, dogs manifest their own unique personalities early on, and these personalities may not change for the ...

Dogs who are socialized from an early age—with adopted fur siblings or in the neighborhood—are more likely to develop good ...