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

I live with several cocker spaniels. They are smart and affectionate, but sometimes air-headed, impulsive and extremely ...

The phenomenon of dog behavior getting worse rather than better is something that dog parents often find perplexing. It seems to defy logic, considering that most people think along the lines of, “If ...

From the excitable sheep dog to the aloof Shiba Inu, and all breeds in between, dogs have unique and diverse behavioral traits. By analyzing DNA samples from over 200 dog breeds along with nearly ...

Aggressive behavior in pet dogs is a serious problem for dog owners across the world, with bite injuries representing a serious risk to both people and other dogs. New research has found that clinical ...

Even a few behavioral issues with adopted pets can’t keep their owners from falling in love with their four-legged friends, according to a new study by an Ohio State professor. Kyle Bohland, assistant ...

Behavioural disorders in dogs are common and have severe welfare consequences for dogs. This study aimed to assess the factors that are significant and predictive of behaviour problems in dogs using ...

A dog behavior expert has revealed the signs which indicate an animal is dangerous, and unable to be safely adopted. Gia Savocchi, based in New York, regularly shares her animal expertise on TikTok, ...

Looking to get a playful new puppy? New research from scientists at Stockholm University might help. Researchers analyzed the behavior of 89,352 dogs from 132 breeds and produced a ranking for which ...