Kazakh Tazy Steals the Spotlight at World Dog Show 2025
The World Dog Show 2025 in Helsinki marked a historic moment for Kazakhstan as the nation’s revered hunting dog, the Tazy, made a sensational debut on the global stage. Competing … Read More
Month: August 2025
Tragedy in Badajoz: Guardia Civil Finds 32 Dogs Dead on Rural Property
Badajoz, Spain — A shocking case of alleged animal neglect has shaken the community of Azuaga, in the province of Badajoz. The Guardia Civil has discovered the bodies of 32 … Read More
Dogs may not build “reputations” of generous or selfish people, even with age, study finds
A new study in Animal Cognition challenges a popular idea about canine social smarts: that dogs form lasting “reputations” of people based on how they treat others. Testing 40 pet … Read More
The science behind the “wet dog shake”: gentle‑touch nerves trigger a powerful cleanup reflex
If you’ve ever watched a soaked dog explode into a blur of motion, you’ve seen one of biology’s most efficient cleanup tricks. Those rapid oscillations—popularly known as the “wet dog … Read More
When should you spay a female dog? Major review finds the science on puberty timing is thin
A new review in PLOS ONE delivers a surprising message to dog owners and veterinarians: despite decades of research on spaying, there is still no robust evidence to say whether … Read More
Dog Phobia Shapes Stray Dog Policy in Türkiye, National Study Finds
Fear levels strongly linked to attitudes toward catch–neuter–release vs. shelteringResearchers urge policymakers to integrate psychological insights into animal welfare strategies In Türkiye, a nationwide survey has revealed that the severity … Read More
Inside the controversy: Secret dog experiments at a London, Ontario hospital
The short version What the investigation uncovered Reporters with the Investigative Journalism Bureau describe a clandestine process: an unmarked van, security posts at a side door, and blanket-covered crates wheeled … Read More
Morocco Faces Scrutiny Over Stray Dog Treatment Ahead of 2030 World Cup
As Morocco gears up to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, animal welfare groups are raising alarms over the country’s treatment of stray dogs. Accusations of … Read More
UK Puppy Buyers Unaware of Risks Behind Imported Dogs, RVC Studies Reveal
Two major studies from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have uncovered widespread public confusion and lack of awareness surrounding the importation of puppies into the UK—especially from European Union countries. … Read More
How the Fierce Wolf Became Your Loyal Dog: A New Origin Story
For centuries, the transformation of wolves into dogs—the world’s first domesticated animal—has fascinated scientists and pet lovers alike. The prevailing theory held that wolves domesticated themselves, scavenging near human settlements … Read More