Every dog owner knows the familiar sight of a bored dog — the shoe that has been chewed beyond recognition, the cushion that has been systematically dismembered, or the relentless, pleading eyes ...

As their aging brains shrink, older dogs can suffer the same memory and thinking problems as many older humans do. But dogs are just like humans in another way—playtime and social activities can help ...

Can science unlock the brain of my dog, who is both a bullyish rogue and an incredibly affectionate, sweet pet? Benito, my yellow Lab, was admitted to Harvard University last week — only it was for a ...

New research suggests modern dog breeds show cortical expansion tied to trainability, but that does not mean every pet is ...