How Do Puppy Minds Really Grow: Is Their Intelligence Closer to Human Babies Than We Thought?New research from Duke University reveals puppy development is not random. Different thinking skills grow at different speeds, mirroring hu...
04 Mar, 2026, 10.17 PM IST
Not just show dogs: How some elite canines are using their skills to do day jobs that actually matterWhile some dogs compete as champions in elite dog shows, a few go beyond the spotlight to take on meaningful day jobs. Nick, a Tibetan span...
08 Feb, 2026, 09.51 PM IST
Young Chinese turn to AI pets for emotional reliefAcross China, a growing number of people are turning to AI to combat social isolation as the technology becomes more mature and widely acce...
20 Jan, 2025, 09.19 AM IST
Indian Army gifts retired military dogs to schools and citizens, honouring their serviceThe Indian Army is giving retired military dogs new homes with schools for special children and individuals. These canine heroes, who serve...
22 Dec, 2024, 07.15 PM IST
From 'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba' to 'Ghudchadi': Top new OTT releases coming this week on Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ HotstarThis week’s OTT releases present an exciting lineup across multiple platforms. Netflix wraps up The Umbrella Academy and debuts Phir Aayi H...
06 Aug, 2024, 02.05 PM IST
Does my dog have dementia? New research throws light on canine cognitive dysfunctionIt is generally seen in dogs over eight years old, but can occur in ones as young as six.
27 Aug, 2022, 05.38 PM IST
Do you have a feeling that your dog understands what you're saying? Well, they do, to a pointResearch indicates that dogs can perceive different words and can learn to respond to specific words.
18 Jan, 2022, 07.17 PM IST
Scooby Doo in the house: Your pet might seriously understand your perspectiveFor dogs, the ability to attribute mental states (aka the Theory of Mind) has always been a controversial issue.
09 Apr, 2017, 04.33 PM IST
Can it be true that cats prefer human company over food and toys?After all, even the question of who domesticated whom had never been unanimously agreed upon when it comes to cats and humans.
05 Apr, 2017, 12.06 AM IST
Human status to river Ganga and Yamuna part of a global trendThis fits a trend towards a wider expansion of personhood beyond human beings. Sometimes it's being mandated by courts and sometimes just b...
25 Mar, 2017, 01.42 AM IST
Pick & choose! Dogs ignore bad advice from humansDogs will drop out ill actions when there is an efficient way to solve a problem, even if a human repeatedly demonstrates these actions.
03 Oct, 2016, 12.52 PM IST
Dogs have special brain spot to recognise human facesGregory Berns heads the Dog Project in Emory's Department of Psychology, which is researching evolutionary questions surrounding man's best...
05 Aug, 2015, 04.52 PM IST
New algorithm tells dog's age and gender from its barkResearchers have developed a computer programme which can determine the gender and age of a dog through its bark.
31 May, 2015, 03.48 PM IST
Wolves behind dog-human bonding, study saysWolves are tolerant, attentive and cooperative and their relationship with pack mates could have provided the basis for human-dog relations...
21 Jan, 2015, 05.13 PM IST
Best companies to work for 2012: Some best companies in upto 1000 and more than 1000 employees categoriesGreat Place to Work is one where employees trust the people they work for. In alphabetical order, here is a look at some best companies in ...
17 Jul, 2012, 07.37 PM IST