An Evidence-based Guide to Dog Shock Collars
In the dog loving community, dog shock collars are controversial. Some owners are completely against using them, others believe there's a time and place...
10 Ways Dogs Communicate Their Sense of Humor, According to Science
The personal experiences of at least 50 million dog devotees combined with the high science of a handful of rat-, ape- and dog-tickling animal...
7 Proven Ways to Calm Down A Dog (Backed by Science)
Have you ever wished there was a button on your dog that would calm him down?
Sometimes, our pets get so stressed out and anxious...
8 Science-based Ways to Treat and Prevent Parvovirus in Dogs
We've gone through hundreds of studies and found 8 proven ways to treat and prevent parvovirus in dogs based on scientific evidence. Here they are.
The Science-based Guide on Benefits of Honey for Dogs
Used by humans in a wide variety of forms, honey is a natural source of sugar, and now dog owners are looking to see...
Your Dog Knows About Your Goals and Thinks They’re Not Up to Snuff
Goals are an interesting concept, and they come in all shapes and sizes. From getting a job promotion, running a 5k, finding the right...
4 Science-Based Tips for Keeping Senior Dogs Healthy
Ask any dog owner, and they will tell you that the worst part of owning a canine companion is the fact that they don't...
4 Ways Dog Ownership Makes People Happy (Based on Research)
Many cultures have their own theories and explanations for the sacred bond between humans and animals, especially the bond between humans and dogs. Dogs...
How Pheromone Collars Reduce Fear and Anxiety in Dogs
A recently performed study shows that dog-appeasing pheromone (DAP) collars reduce measured scores of fear and anxiety in dogs. The researchers also found that...
The Science Behind Oxytocin and Puppy Love
For those of us who are dog owners, we know that "puppy love" feeling we get when our furry companion runs up to us...
Studies That Show How Dogs Make Us Happier and Healthier
There’s no doubt that dogs make a difference in the world. From seeing-eye dogs to our friendly pet companions at home, canines have the...
Science on Therapy Dogs for Depression: Fact or Fiction?
For years, therapy dogs have been employed as assistants to physically disabled individuals. More recently, the use of animal-assisted therapy (AAT) has been expanded...
