For thousands of years, humans have selectively bred dogs to fulfill specific roles, ranging from guarding and hunting to herding and companionship. This deliberate shaping of traits has resulted in ...

From Nordic lullabies to Grimm’s fairytales, the wolf has always haunted the edges of human history. Even today, wolves would ...

There may be proof behind the disarming power of puppy dog eyes. Gajus - stock.adobe.com There’s a scientific reason many of us fall in love with our dogs, and it speaks to the power of puppy dog eyes ...

Dogs were described as being fountains of positivity, inducing good feelings in their human. The participants also said that ...

A remarkable discovery on a remote Swedish island is reshaping what scientists know about early human–wolf relationships and ...

New research shows humans may have brought wolves to a remote island, fed them, and cared for them thousands of years ago.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. From their wolf ancestors to today’s sweet, loyal ...

When I look at my sometimes affectionate, often cantankerous old shelter mutt, Phoebe, I sometimes wonder what she’s thinking. Does she just see me as walking food can? If I dropped her with another ...

Is it dog-man’s best friend? There really is someone for everyone: A Japanese man who lives his life as a human collie was spotted frolicking with a fellow canine cosplayer in a husky suit, as seen in ...

The days of naming your pup Spot or Bandit might be over. Nowadays, pet owners are picking more human-like names for their furry friends, and the data shows. In 2024, life insurance company MetLife ...

The Regular Animals art exhibit featured robot dogs with disturbingly realistic human faces, pooping NFTs, and pacing behind ...