It's absolutely heartbreaking to think about all of the homeless dogs in the world who deserve to have a safe, warm place to sleep at night and humans who love them. But at the same time, there are ...

Dogs can sometimes teach you to stay strong no matter what life throws at you. A Bernese Mountain Dog named Bauer proved that he won’t let his vitiligo define who he is. In an Instagram video on the ...

Scientists are beginning to trace a surprising link between the genes that shape dog behavior and the biology that underpins human mood and social traits. Instead of treating canine affection and ...

A long-shared history links humans and dogs, a relationship that began more than 15,000 years ago when early wolves sought food and shelter near human settlements and gradually adapted to life ...

Higher education continues to face demographic contraction, rising student expectations and rapid shifts in technology and workforce demands. As president of The Chicago School, I have spent the past ...

Every shelter and rescue dog deserves to be pampered and adored, but many of them aren't ready to accept love. That's ok! These dogs have been through a lot in their short lives, but a little time, ...

Your dog tilts its head when you cry, paces when you're stressed, and somehow appears at your side during your worst moments. Coincidence? Not even close. The evidence for this extraordinary emotional ...

Your dog doesn’t need words to know when something’s wrong. Science now shows it’s not just coincidence. A growing body of research reveals that dogs are neurologically wired to tune into human ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. From their wolf ancestors to today’s sweet, loyal ...

Many dog breeds are noted for their personalities and behavioral traits, from the distinctive vocalizations of huskies to the herding of border collies. People have worked to identify the genes ...

Can you really hurt a dog’s feelings? This is a question many pet parents and dog lovers ask. As a professional dog trainer and behavior consultant, I strongly believe the short answer is yes—you can ...

The conversation at MBIFL 2026 featured writers Hemali Sodhi and Anusha Ramanathan in dialogue with Festival Director Mayura ...