Tori Holmes
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An Animal Scientist Explains How We Can Help Dogs Who Are Stuck In Shelters Longer Than Others
We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Alexandra Protopopova about what factors impact a dog's length of stay at the shelter. → Read More
The Professor Behind "Dognition" Has A Podcast All About Dog Science!
A new podcast series titled “DogSmarts” was launched this past June and features a roster of episodes that explore the mental lives and cognitive abilities of dogs. → Read More
Dog's Mouth Allegedly Glued Shut After Chewing On Pizza Menu
There are at least two confirmed cases of dogs having their mouth glued shut by chewing on this seemingly harmless household item: paper flyers. → Read More
This Is What's Really Happening When Dogs Cry
Any dog owner will agree in saying that dogs are very emotionally expressive creatures, but do dogs have the ability to cry real tears? → Read More
Why Your Dog Finds Fireworks So Scary (And How You Can Help)
Not all family members are looking forward to the upcoming 4th of July, as many dogs experience serious anxiety from the noise that fireworks create. → Read More
This Is The Reason You’ll Never Hear A Wolf Bark
As ancestors of wolves, it makes sense that many of our dog’s innate behaviors come from their ancestors; however, barking is not one of them. → Read More
3 Theories Why Your Dog Prefers To Sniff One Person Over Another
Do you know why dogs obsessively sniff some people and ignore others? It may seem awkward but it's completely normal behavior. → Read More
If Your Dog Is A Cat Food Addict, Protein May Be The Reason Why
If you ask any dog what their favorite food is, we'll bet they say cat food. But why is that? → Read More
Dog Owner Insurance Claims Suggest Some Names Are Luckier Than Others
Do you believe that one name could be inherently “luckier” than another? This may sound like some superstitious hoopla, but as it turns out there is some science behind the... → Read More
Technology Made For Your Dog Is Only Getting Bigger, Stronger, Faster
With Animal-Computer Interactions (ACI), we can develop technology with and for our dogs. → Read More
Why Dogs Are Still At Risk For Sunburn, Even Though They Have Fur
Ah summer, the wonderful season filled with beach days, weekends at the cottage, and picnics in the park. Unfortunately, if you’re not careful it’s also the season, of blotchy, red,... → Read More
Why Is There Such A Size Difference Between Dog Breeds?
When seeing an animal for the first time, you can usually gather clues as to what species they belong to based on their appearance. That is because animals of the... → Read More
Here's How Your Dog Decides If Another Dog Is Their New Best Friend
When choosing friends, people often gravitate towards those with complementary interests and personalities as them, as these similarities make it easier to start and build friendship. But no matter how... → Read More
No Dog Is Completely Hypoallergenic, But Some Breeds Produce Way Fewer Allergens Than Others
Anyone suffering from allergies knows what a nuisance they can be. Whether they’re inconvenient seasonal allergies or more series food or drug allergies, they can have a big impact on... → Read More
All Dogs Can Doggy Paddle, But Some Breeds Just Aren’t Natural Swimmers
Based on the name of the popular swimming stroke, the doggy paddle, it’s probably safe to assume that all dogs are natural born swimmers, right? Wrong. → Read More
Scientists Discover Dog Species That Roamed America During The Time Of Dinosaurs
Think of all of the modern day animals you know that have existed since dinosaurs roamed the earth. You’re probably thinking sharks, crocodiles, maybe some species of birds, right? What... → Read More
The Phenomena Of "Psychic Dogs" Has A Long And Profoundly Strange History
Do you ever get the feeling you dog has a sixth sense? Before you go and dismiss their potential abilities as a product of heightened senses, you’ll want to know... → Read More
Dog's Ability To Learn Words Inspires Elementary Students To Read More
No one will disagree with us in saying that dogs are pretty smart creatures. They can learn different languages, act as their human’s eyes and ears, and even be trained... → Read More
Here's Why You Just Can't Resist Talking To Your Dog
Have you ever wondered why people talk to their dogs? The answer might surprise you. → Read More
New Research Intends To Lengthen The Life Of Your Dog
Researchers at the University of Washington have begun the Dog Aging Project to look at the effects of a drug called rapamycin on a dog's lifespan. → Read More