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Dolphins Save Dog From Drowning

Doberman exhausted but safe

By Karen B. London, PhD

guys who love dogs

Some Dogs Love Guys

What is it about them?

By Karen B. London, PhD

Does Tail Length Matter?

Robot dog helps answer this question

By Karen B. London, PhD

The Danger of Microchips in Dogs

Can implanted identification cause cancer?

An Emu Who Acts Like A Dog

Who does she think she is?

By Karen B. London, PhD

news

Chihuahuas v. Great Danes

Different breeds share structure and movement characteristics

Best Family Dogs

Which breed? It’s a common question

By Karen B. London, PhD

Dog Walkers With Multiple Dogs

How many is too many?

By Karen B. London, PhD

Crate Rest

Is it possible to survive it?

By Karen B. London, PhD

dogs in a band

Canine Chorus: What Is Your Dog's Band Name?

What would you call your group?

By Karen B. London, PhD

Evaluating Canine Play

Are your dogs playing appropriately?

By Karen B. London, PhD

Visual Versus Vocal Cues

Dogs watch us and we talk to them

By Karen B. London, PhD

dog rights

Best and Worst States for Pets

ALDF ranks animal protection laws in the U.S.

Training Your Foot Warmer

Sitting in an odd place takes practice for dogs

By Karen B. London, PhD

in the news

Helping Lost Dogs Come Home

Study shows the importance of microchipping pets.

snail detection dogs

Detection Dogs Sniffing for Snails

Detection dogs to the rescue in Hawai’i.

By Karen B. London, PhD

Three Genes Behind the Canine Coat

Scientists identify the genetic variants that influence dog hair.

Do Dogs Turn on Their Guardians?

Is aggression predictable?

By Karen B. London, PhD

Excessive Jingling of Dog Tags

A pet peeve worth stopping

By Karen B. London, PhD

Pauses in Play

Does your dog take breaks?

By Karen B. London, PhD