More people feel a deep bond with pets, sometimes stronger than with humans. Research and cultural trends explain why this occurs and where the line is drawn.

Are people more likely to be disturbed by the pain and suffering of a dog, or would they be more distressed if that same pain or suffering has been inflicted on a human? It would seem that when we ...

Dogs are incredibly social animals, and like people, they build preferences based on interactions, routines and emotional connections. While every member of the household may care for them, dogs ...

Humans and dogs have been living together side by side for thousands of years, so you would think we know everything about our four-legged friends by now. But we may not understand them as well as we ...

Many people rely on assistance dogs for support, and the well-being of all participants in these interactions is essential and given careful attention. To be sure that the dogs' and their humans' ...

Animals don't betray you, talk behind your back, or change their mind about how they feel. The consistency of an animal's ...