We often hear the phrase that a certain dog breed is “good with kids.” Collies, Labs and golden retrievers are among the breeds that share that reputation. But dogs who are patient, gentle and ...

The scene is a familiar one: a person comes home from a long day, drops their keys, and proceeds to tell their dog all about the frustrations of rush-hour traffic or the latest office gossip. The dog, ...

We’ve long known the myriad health benefits of owning a dog, from improved mental well-being to healthier aging. Specifically for children, studies find that dog ownership correlates with reduced ...

The human-dog connection runs deep. Dogs are so tuned in to their people that they catch their human’s yawns — even if they simply hear the yawn rather than see it. “The emotional connection between ...

There is ever-growing global interest in human-dog relationships. Not only can they help us along, but we can also help them enrich their own lives. The best human-dog relationships are those in which ...

As daylight shortens and routines slow down, many people experience a dip in mood and motivation. The run-up to Christmas is ...

Some dog owners joke that their pets love them only as long as the food bowl stays full. But studies using brain scans show ...

Dogs can do things that drive pet parents a bit batty—in the best way possible. For instance, bathroom boundaries aren't in their vocabulary, and they may join their owners during this…personal time.

On an ordinary day on an ordinary street in New York City, magical events transpire. That is, if you happen to be walking a dog. Cathleen Schine has given readers a Valentine of a novel in "The New ...