Dogs May Bite More During Hot and Sunny Days, Study Says

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 06.16.2023 00:33 AM

Dog bite likelihoods went up by 11% on days where UV levels were higher. Read to learn more. A new study has revealed that dogs are more likely to bite on sunny and hot days and when air pollution is higher.

Are All Dogs Man's Best Friend? Study Pinpoints Friendliest, Most Sociable Breeds

05.28.2023 22:46 PM

Compared to others, there are some dog breeds that find human company more enjoyable. Read to learn more.

Modern Dogs Have Bigger Brains Than Ancient Ones Thanks to Contemporary Breeding Efforts

05.18.2023 03:33 AM

Research shows modern dogs have larger brains than ancient breeds due to complex social environments. Read the article to learn more.

Is Owning a Pet Good For Your Kids' Health? Study Shows That Children With Dogs Are Less Likely to Have Food Allergies

03.31.2023 09:53 AM

Scientists have discovered that having childhood pets (even during the mother's pregnancy) can significantly reduce the children's likelihoods of developing food allergies. Read to learn more.

Mysterious Beach Debris Turns Dog Orange, Pet Owners in Wales Warned of Possible Health Risk

01.03.2023 02:34 AM

A mysterious beach debris was seen to turn a pet dog bright orange. Read on to know more about this rare occurence and what it could mean.

Do Dogs Have Night Vision? How Good Can They See in the Dark?

01.01.2023 12:00 PM

Can dogs see in the dark? How good is their night vision? Read to find out. While it is easy to think that man's furry friends may see the world the same way humans do, this is not the case.

Average Lifespan of a Dog is 11.2 Years, But Lifespan Varies Across Breeds

12.26.2022 08:40 AM

Dogs generally have a life expectancy of 11.2 years, but lifespan also differs depending on the breed, sex, and size. Read to know more about a dog's life expectancy.

Dogs Prefer Electric Vehicles Over Diesel Cars as It Offers Smoother Ride That Calms Them Down

12.01.2022 03:38 AM

Researchers found that the heart rates of dogs riding on electrical vehicles are reduced by 30%, implying that they are more relaxed than those riding on diesel cars. Read the article to learn.

17 Meat Farms Permanently Closed in South Korea After 30 Rescued Dogs Arrive in US

11.08.2022 18:42 PM

Read on to know more about the trade after an organization saved the animals from death on South Korea dog meat farms.

Mysterious Parvo-Like Virus Sickening, Killing Dozens of Dogs in Northern Michigan

08.22.2022 22:45 PM

More than 30 dogs have died from the parvo-like virus in Otsego County and nearby counties in northern Michigan and not one infected dog has survived it. Read the article to know more about this story.

CDC Updates Monkeypox Guidelines After the First Human-to-Dog Transmission Case Reported in France

08.16.2022 03:15 AM

The first monkeypox human-to-dog transmission is another hurdle in the recent disease outbreak that led the US Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention to update their guidance. Check it out in this article.

Dogs Fed With Raw Meat Have Antibiotic-Resistant E.coli and Other Bacteria That May Be Passed to Humans

07.22.2022 03:32 AM

Two studies show feeding dogs with raw meat may not be the best dietary choice and warns owners to always clean up after their pets. Read the article to learn more details.

Spending Time With a Dog Can Help Reduce Cortisol Levels Among Children Suffering From Psychological Stress, Study Says

07.20.2022 01:17 AM

Research shows dogs help reduce levels of a hormone that causes psychological stress in children in just 20 minutes of interaction with them. Read the article to learn more.

4th of July Fireworks Pets Safety: Here's How to Keep Dogs Calm During the Independence Day Celebrations

07.01.2022 22:28 PM

Dogs dig under or jump over fences, and some even shatter windows in response to the loud noises of fireworks during the 4th of July. Check out this article for some tips to keep pets calm and safe on Independence Day.

Ancient DNA Including Wolves Preserved in the Permafrost Suggests Dog Domestication, Diversification Started 40,000 Years Ago

06.30.2022 11:00 AM

In a new study, researchers investigate the origin of modern dogs, suggesting that domestication started 40,000 years ago. Read and learn more about wolves.

Littermate Syndrome Awareness: Is Raising 2 Or More Puppies at Once Dangerous? 2-Year-Old Girl Mauled By a Pack of Pups

06.15.2022 06:49 AM

A family is raising awareness about littermate syndrome after their daughter was mauled by four 12-week-old puppies. Read the article to know the full story.

Can Dogs Cause Severe Hepatitis in Children? Here's What Experts Say About It

05.17.2022 05:20 AM

Global health authorities are examining the origin of severe hepatitis in children exposed to dogs as cases continue to rise around the world. Read on to learn the details.

Poisonous Caterpillars: How Dangerous Are the Brown Tail Moths Spotted in the UK?

05.13.2022 09:00 AM

Caterpillar species known as the Brown Tail Moth have been spotted in the UK. How poisonous and dangerous are these insects? Read on and find the answer.

Fluffy Herding Dogs in South America Found as Closest Relative of UK Ancient Sheepdog Breed from 200 Years Ago

05.01.2022 04:54 AM

A new study confirms that the common herding dogs of South America are the closest living relative of sheepdogs in the Victorian-era UK. Read more about the connection between the breeds, and how European migration affected the spread of the herding dog's lineage.

Is Pet Cloning A Good Idea? Here's Why the Rich Society Spends Up to $50,000 to Clone Their Fur Babies

04.05.2022 03:47 AM

Pet cloning is a controversial matter but is growing in popularity despite its high cost. Check out how the cloning process is done and why people are cloning their pets.

Dog Breeders Find Hope in Newly Developed Genetic Test to Lessen the Risk of Congenital Idiopathic Megaesophagus in Puppies

03.11.2022 08:30 AM

Researchers developed a new genetic test for dogs to help lessen their risk of developing megaesophagus disease. Know more about this good news for breeders.