In some countries, the number of dogs has increased so much that it now exceeds the number of children. While the emotional significance of dogs is clearly rising worldwide, it remains uncertain ...

Dogs have been man's best friend for centuries. In recent decades, those furry friends have transitioned into "fur babies," with many people opting for dog ownership over traditional parenthood. But ...

When we think of postpartum care, it’s usually in the context of human mothers—but canine moms need just as much support and attention after giving birth. Behind every litter of wiggly, wide-eyed ...

We all have at least one friend that treats their dog like an actual human child. Scientists think you shouldn't be a hater: There’s 20,000 to 40,000 years of evolution causing them to behave that way ...