Everyone knows the old adage about dogs being man's best friend, but you may not know that dogs might also be one of man's best hopes to treat age-related illnesses. That's because our canines develop ...

The Rowe family dog Ralph was one of many canines with dementia who participated in a study of rapamycin. Scientists were able to gain new insight into the drug's potential as a treatment by studying ...

A recent study shows that assistance dogs do not only help people with practical tasks, but actively contribute to their care ...

Unlike the controlled environments of factories or warehouses, everyday communication in homes is filled with ambiguity that ...

Assistance dogs are active caregivers, according to a new study by the University of Turku and Aalto University in Finland.

The bond between humans and dogs is one of nature's most enduring partnerships, but exactly when it began has long been a mystery. Now, a new study has turned back the clock. The study, titled "Dogs ...

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