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Science & History

From cave to condo, Canis lupus has been loping beside us every step of the way.

common dog behavior problems
Analysis of 13,000 Finnish pet dogs offers insights into behavior
Lowered risk of mortality associated with having a dog
She can even categorize her toys by type
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Puppies who grow up indoors are more confident and better prepared for life with people
Similarities in our brains and neurochemistry are responsible
Study finds match with valid scientific markers
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Training enhances this ability
Researching how dog noses develop
Evidence of environmental effects on behavior
What that tells us about the human-canine relationship
Citizen science opportunities for dog lovers
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They form mental representations based on scent
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Lateralization in brain response to human vocalizations
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The potential to improve the welfare of older dogs