A large study from Eötvös Loránd University finds short‑nosed breeds such as French Bulldogs and Pugs are calmer and bolder than their long‑nosed peers, highlighting morphological trade‑offs that shape behavior. Read On…
Studies and expert commentary indicate dogs enter REM sleep and likely replay species-typical activities in their dreams, a pattern researchers say resembles human dreaming. Read On…
A team at Eötvös Loránd University analysed questionnaire data from Germany on 5,000 dogs and concluded that short-nosed breeds display behavioural traits tied to head shape, but factors like small size and owner training play a larger role in trainability. Read On…
A small pilot study in Chennai fed seven beagles diets containing a methane‑derived fermented protein for 21 days to evaluate its suitability as a sustainable alternative ingredient. Read On…
Research from Azabu University of 343 teenagers found those who lived with dogs were happier and more sociable, a team led by Takefumi Kikusui reported. Read On…
A survey of 377 residents in Sagamiha City found dog owners felt more connected to their neighborhoods, a team led by Itaru Ishiguro of Rikkyo University reports. Read On…
Research and expert commentary trace how sex, body size and age shape the postures dogs use to urinate, from squats to high leg lifts and the so-called 'racehorse' stance. Read On…
Researchers in Budapest taught dogs new cues and measured retention after different activities, finding that a nap improved performance while play or unrelated training harmed it. Read On…
Researchers writing in Animal Behavior and Cognition reported in November 2024 that dogs trained with the cue 'create' performed novel actions — from hopping on their hind legs to touching a trainer's knee — demonstrating cognitive flexibility comparable to other marine mammals. Read On…
A study by ethologists at Eötvös Loránd University used questionnaire data from Germany to show that head shape, body size and owner treatment together shape the behaviour of short-nosed dog breeds. Read On…