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Psychology says people who run when a dog barks may be reacting before they even thinkSomeone who runs when a dog barks may simply be protecting themselves from a perceived threat. But if the reaction is automatic, intense an...- In 2013, Czech researchers studied 70 dogs across 37 breeds and found north-south alignment during defecation; the findings suggested dogs may sense Earth’s magnetic fieldRecent research has found that dogs tend to position themselves in a north-south direction while defecating, particularly when the Earth's ...
- Why do people leave TV on for their dogs when they go out? Study has an answerPsychological studies suggest that the bond between humans and dogs can mirror strong attachment relationships. Dogs can provide comfort an...
- Psychology says sleeping with your pet doesn't automatically signal anxiety or dependence, the bond can provide a genuine sense of safety, comfort and emotional securitySharing a bed with pets is a tradition among many owners, who enjoy the companionship and security they provide. Research suggests that pet...
- Why is this tiny jade dog worth up to £10,000? Bought for just £1 at a car boot sale, 600-year-old treasure set for auctionAn unassuming jade dog carving, acquired for a mere pound at a car boot sale, may now be valued at an astonishing ten thousand pounds. Meas...
- Pet dog in Nepal refused to leave the spot where he used to live with his family even after flood washed away their home; it didn't abandon so bulldozers started to work around himA pet dog in Nepal has refused to leave the spot where he lived with his family after floodwaters washed away four homes in Trishuli Bazaar...
- US is planning to spend up to $2 million on robot dogs for high-risk immigration operationsThe US government plans to spend up to $2 million on Boston Dynamics robot dogs for high-risk immigration operations, NBC News reported. IC...
- 7-month-old baby was trapped in a burning Stockton, California apartment in 2018, then 8-month-old pit bull Sasha alerted her mother and dragged her to safetyA pit bull named Sasha alerted her family to a house fire. The quick-thinking dog then dragged a baby to safety by her diaper. Flames engul...
- In a 2026 study, scientists scanned the brains of 12 awake dogs as they viewed human faces showing happiness, anger, fear and sadness, and found specialized neural activity for smiles while dogs could distinguish fear from anger and sadnessNew findings suggest that dogs have developed specialized brain regions for identifying human emotions. Their brain activities reveal notic...
- In 1951, Soviet dog Smelaya ran away before her rocket launch; after she returned, she flew safely with MalyshkaDuring the initial experiments in space exploration, Soviet engineers evaluated dogs for their survival skills during launch. Female dogs w...
- In 1951, Soviet space dog Bobik escaped before launch; scientists found a stray near the canteen, named her ZIB, and sent her 100 km up before a safe returnA stray dog known as ZIB unexpectedly filled in for a canine that went missing just before a Soviet rocket launch. With no training at all,...
- World War I dogs had jobs that could save a soldier’s life — from finding wounded troops to warning of mustard gasDuring World War I, military dogs displayed unwavering bravery in the trenches. Tasked with lifesaving duties, they rescued injured soldier...
- In 1960, two dogs orbited Earth on Sputnik 5. A year later, one of their puppies reached the White House as a surprise gift for US first lady Jacqueline KennedyTwo Soviet dogs, Belka and Strelka, orbited Earth and returned safely. Strelka later had puppies, and one was gifted to the Kennedys. This ...
- Dogs may read your emotions better than you think as brain scans reveal how canines distinguish happiness, fear and sadness in humansNew research reveals dogs' brains process human emotions distinctly. Happy faces activate specific brain regions associated with reward pro...
- Food recall: Is your dog’s food affected? Check reason, list of recalled canned products of Fromm and moreFromm Family Foods has recalled two canned dog food products in the US and Canada. These products may contain small pieces of metal, accord...
- No more adoption homes: Retired police dogs to remain with force in MaharashtraRetired police dogs in Maharashtra will now remain with the security force. This directive follows a report highlighting the dogs' post-ret...
- Two dog food manufacturers recall products within days over metal and salmonella contamination risks: Everything pet owners need to knowTwo dog food companies issued recalls in August 2026 for contamination concerns. Fromm Family Foods recalled canned dog food over potential...
- Ridley Scott returns to sci-fi with ‘The Dog Stars,’ a dystopian story built on hopeRidley Scott directs 'The Dog Stars,' a film set after a devastating pandemic. Jacob Elordi stars as a survivor searching for connection an...
- Clean your dog’s paws after a walk to ensure healthier homes, avoid allergies and infections; here’s a quick guide to protect your pet’s healthDog paws collect environmental irritants like bacteria and pesticides on walks. Regular paw cleaning protects your pet's health and your ho...
- A dog wouldn’t leave this airline passenger alone. Months later, a routine check-up explained its strange behaviourA woman on a flight found herself repeatedly pawed by a medical alert dog, prompting its owner to explain that such behaviour could signal ...
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