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English Bulldog health comes under fire

The English bulldog is one of the most popular breeds and it’s also a national icon, symbolising British pluck.  But many experts have long cited this breed as symbolising all that is wrong with dog-fancy, due to their sheer number…
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The origin of dog; new DNA evidence

Much has been written about the domestication of dogs over the years; research has pointed to Fido’s ancestor being from…
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Human lung disease found in dogs

A new study has discovered that a rare form of pulmonary hypertension (PVOD), previously only thought to occur in humans,…
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Night blindness in dogs

Researchers have – for the first time ever – found a form of congenital night blindness in dogs.  There are…

Two hearts beat as one

Talk to most dog owners and they’ll agree that nothing beats that pleasure we get when greeted by our pet…

Mirroring and matching in dogs

Most people know I’m almost obsessive when it comes to how animals communicate, especially canine and feline body language.  And…

Baby proofing your dog

“Congratulations, you’re having a baby” said the doctor, confirming the results that the little pregnancy stick had revealed just a…

Grief in dogs

Ask most dog owners and they’ll agree that their pet is a highly valued member of the family. So, when…
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Study reveals dogs were domesticated in Central Asia

A group of scientists have under taken the largest-ever survey of worldwide canine genetic diversity, and have found strong evidence…
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Dog’s memory – more important than smell

A new study from Duke University’s Canine Cognition Centre suggests that memory may be more important than smell when dogs…