Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. We’ve long known that dogs are pretty smart. They may “picture ...

For generations, dog owners have joked that their pets listen in on conversations and seem to understand what people are ...

As dog parents, we've all dreamed of truly being able to talk to our dogs and know they understand exactly what we're saying. While they do catch on to some simple words, it's not always accurate, and ...

If you've ever had to spell out words like W-A-L-K or T-R-E-A-T around a dog, you know that some dogs listen in to humans' chitchat and can pick out certain key words. Well, it turns out that some ...

Dog owners are going to love the latest scientific poop on pooches: yes, your pup may be listening even when you aren't directly addressing them. The new study, published in the Jan. 8 issue of the ...

A global study of 10,000 dogs explores whether pets truly understand and use word buttons to communicate with humans.

Basket, a 7-year-old female Border collie, knows the names of over 200 dog toys. A new study finds that certain dogs can learn new words simply by overhearing them — much as a human toddler would.