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Your dog tilts its head when you cry, paces when you’re stressed, and somehow appears at your side during your worst moments. Coincidence? Not even close. Thousands of years of co-evolution have given ...

There are many amazing aspects of owning a dog. From constant companionship to being able to lean on them for emotional support, they end up feeling more like family than an animal. For most people, ...

Sometimes, as a pet owner it can seem like your dog is playing a game of copycat. You may do something, and a few seconds later you may notice that they have started to mimic you moments later. No, ...

There's plenty of reasons why dogs are called man's best friend. They provide unconditional love and companionship and help improve overall mental and physical health, according to a wide range of ...

I recently read a special edition of PawPrint magazine called "Dogs: A New Understanding." After reading through the numerous essays organized in three main chapters called "New Frontiers" that deal ...