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Gifted word learner dogs seem capable of eavesdropping about as well as 18-month-old toddlers, the study researchers say.

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Toddlers can pick up new words just by overhearing conversations. Now, new research suggests that some intelligent dogs can ...

Some dogs don’t just bond with a family—they attach deeply to one special person. Animal behavior experts say these “velcro ...

Some dogs have an amazing ability to learn the names of dozens, even hundreds of toys. Now, a new study suggests these super ...

Experts share what assistance dogs do, the types of disabilities they support, and the role of reputable organizations in finding the right animal.

Cognitive researcher Shany Dror of the Veterinary University of Vienna's Clever Dog Lab has spent years running a "Genius Dog ...