A recent review explores how animals regularly encounter ethanol in nature, its ecological and evolutionary significance, and urges research into its effects on animal behavior, health, and adaptations.
Research shows that when dogs and humans gaze at each other, their brain activity synchronizes, strengthening bonds and enhancing connection. Familiarity deepens this effect, highlighting the unique, neural-based relationship between humans and their canine companions.
Recent research found associations between childhood parenting styles and dog caregiving approaches in adulthood, with permissive upbringing linked to permissive dog care.
New research reveals that over 40% of cats play fetch, a behavior typically associated with dogs. The study explores the surprising similarities between the species, shedding light on predatory instincts, playfulness, and human-animal bonding.
A new study reveals that nearly half of dog owners experience "puppy blues"—feelings of anxiety, frustration, and exhaustion—similar to postnatal depression. While distressing, these emotions typically fade with time, leaving more positive memories of puppyhood.
A new study finds that dogs can detect human stress through scent, making them more cautious and risk-averse. The findings suggest that our stress levels can influence our dogs' behavior, particularly in ambiguous situations.
A study from Oakland University suggests that cats may experience grief-like behaviors, such as reduced eating and increased attention-seeking, after the death of a companion pet, indicating that cats might mourn the loss of their animal companions.
A study in Nature Ecology & Evolution found that wild African elephants use unique calls to address specific individuals, akin to human names, without imitating vocalizations. This suggests elephants have complex communication methods previously thought unique to humans.
Higher neuroticism, conscientiousness, being female, over 50, a dog owner, or a parent are associated with stronger pet attachment, new research has found.
Men who own pets show significantly higher levels of empathy towards animals compared to farmers and non-pet owners, highlighting the potential impact of personal and emotional connections with pets.
Recent research found that veterans with trained psychiatric service dogs experienced significantly reduced PTSD symptoms, lower anxiety and depression, and improved overall quality of life compared to those receiving usual care alone.
A recent study found that individuals with anxious attachment styles experienced more severe grief after losing a pet.
AI models, initially designed for human speech, can accurately interpret dog barks, identifying emotions like playfulness or aggression, and even distinguishing age, breed, and gender, enhancing our understanding of canine communication.
New research in Animal Cognition reveals that dogs anticipate human actions based on location, not the object involved, highlighting a unique aspect of canine cognition. Unlike primates, who focus on objects, dogs' predictions are shaped by where actions occur.
New research shows that moral judgments about sexual assault on AI-powered sex robots are shaped by the robots' perceived mental capacities, their roles in relationships, and the nature of their interactions with humans.