Shared genes found in golden retrievers and people influence traits like fear, trainability, and emotional sensitivity.

Otto breaks down the physiology and field data behind the head dunk technique and why active cooling is preferable to passive ...

The time it takes you to tinkle is probably about the same as an elephant, even though an elephant's bladder is over 100 times larger. How can that be right? The answer is a combination of physiology ...

Dogs’ emotions are closer to humans than we thought, study finds - Researchers found a gene linked to mood swings in humans ...

Researchers have found that the genes linked to certain behavioral traits in golden retrievers, such as trainability and fear ...

Animals find solace in structured sound, with music proven to reduce stress and agitation across species. From dogs enjoying ...

Pets are expensive and reservoirs for diseases. So why do we care so much? Where do I begin? asks Charles Foster.

Cynthia M. Otto, DVM, PhD, DACVECC, DACVSMR, expands on research conducted by the Penn Vet Working Dog Center research. She ...

A study led by researchers at the University of Cambridge provides a window into canine emotions, revealing why some golden retrievers are more ...

"The findings are really striking – they provide strong evidence that humans and golden retrievers have shared genetic roots ...

Discover how childhood bonds with animals quietly shape your adult nervous system and why their steady love still lives in your body today.