Being chosen by a dog is one of the highest compliments to your character. It suggests that you move through the world with ...

A simple hello to a passing dog reveals much about personality. Psychologists note this automatic gesture reflects openness and agreeableness. It shows empathy and comfort with uncertainty. These ...

The Dog Aging Project, a long-term study on canine aging, has collected data on dog behavior from more than 50,000 owners, ...

Idaho veterinarian Chyrle Bonk told Newsweek some smaller breeds feature those same golden retriever qualities.

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 ...

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 ...

From the energetic border collie to the friendly golden retriever, more than 350 dog breeds exist today, each with specific physical and behavioral traits. Although previous research on dog genomes ...

Some dogs are born with a powerful instinct to chase, stalk, and pursue. These traits once made them exceptional hunters, ...

Free-ranging dogs are one of the most widely distributed carnivores in the world, yet scientists are only just beginning to study their behavior. They are often considered as antagonists to local ...