Dogs have been around humans for over 30,000 years and have earned themselves the title of humans’ best friends. Since being ...

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Selective breeding of toy dogs is now resulting in a common condition that can cause skull and brain changes with painful and debilitating effects, a new British study finds. The condition, called ...

Why loyalty matters: Loyal breeds offer companionship, emotional support, and even protection, making them treasured family members for many households. Who tops the list: Golden Retrievers, Labrador ...

The Nature Index 2025 Research Leaders — previously known as Annual Tables — reveal the leading institutions and countries/territories in the natural and health sciences, according to their output in ...

I’ve written elsewhere about the many problems associated with breeding dogs for extreme physical features—most notably in my Aeon article, where I explore how selecting for cuteness and ...