Most dog owners like to believe their loyal companions would protect them if danger ever arose. While no dog is guaranteed to ...

Japanese Akita dogs are large, powerful dogs with much substance and dignity. Their proud head carriage and stance is enhanced by their small ears and dark eyes. They make a striking picture with ...

Meet the majestic Akita, a loyal dog breed that will capture your heart! Known for their distinctive features and protective instincts, these gentle giants are a popular choice for many dog lovers.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. NEW YORK — Dogs are great at learning action commands like “sit” and “stay.” They’re less good at remembering the ...

Dogs are great at learning action commands like “sit” and “stay.” They're less good at remembering the names of things, like what their squeaky or stuffed toys are called. Only an elite group of ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Just like with toddlers, it’s often better to spell out certain ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Oh, mercy! This puppy should be illegal. One second I was fine, then I saw an Akita puppy with a face so... aggressively gorgeous ...

Who says you can't teach an old dog to play (some semblance of) football? By Tony Maglio Puppy Bowl is going to the dogs. Quite literally. Puppy Bowl XXII will feature senior dogs for the first time ...

When it comes to cognitive ability, not all dogs are created equal. Most dogs can learn simple action cues like “sit” or “down.” But so-called “gifted word learner” (GWL) dogs exhibit a remarkable ...

Toddlers can pick up new words just by overhearing conversations. Now, new research suggests that some intelligent dogs can expand their vocabulary in just the same way. Children as young as 18 months ...

Most dog owners are aware that their pooch is smart enough to know a few choice phrases—“walkies,” for instance, or, perhaps more likely, “time for dinner.” Some particularly intelligent canines can ...

"Honey, will you take Luna to the P-A-R-K?" Both parents and dog owners know that some words should not be spoken, but only spelled, to prevent small ears from eavesdropping on the conversation. At ...