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 ...

Mitral regurgitation is the most prevalent valvular heart disease in humans. It's also common among dogs, especially older ...

More people feel a deep bond with pets, sometimes stronger than with humans. Research and cultural trends explain why this occurs and where the line is drawn.

The "multiply by 7" rule for dog-to-human years has been replaced after scientists discovered dogs age faster than previously ...

If you’re one of the many Massachusetts residents sick with the flu right now, you may be distancing yourself from others to prevent the spread. But there is at least one close relation you don’t need ...

Your dog may be trying to tell you something.

Female dogs prefer the competent person when opening a food container, researchers say. “Dogs are highly sensitive to human ...