Dogs link "baby talk" with affection. attention, and rewards—and using it while speaking with them may strengthen your bond.

A new scientific review tackles an age-old question: could dogs ever learn to talk? While barking out full sentences might ...

Scientists explored whether dogs could ever talk or if they already communicate in smarter, deeper ways that reveal emotion ...

Talking with your dog may not be so far-fetched. New research has revealed that man’s best friend can actually comprehend human words like “play” and “outside” when communicated through a soundboard ...

Researcher Jack Terwilliger looks at a video feed in his lab — a cozy room with a couple of tables and computers. He’s not just watching animal videos for amusement but examining a unique method to ...

Computer scientist Kenny Zhu has built what he says is the world’s largest video and audio catalog of canine vocalizations.

How smart are dogs? Those of us who are dog owners likely think that our pets are pretty darn smart. One problem, however, is ...

Most people have a special voice reserved for dogs. It might pitch up or down, or even devolve into baby talk. And if you don’t have one, new research suggests cultivating one might do you and your ...

Wouldn't it be great to always know what is going on in a dog's mind? Despite the fact that dogs are the oldest domesticated animal (domestication took place roughly between 16,000 and 12,000 years ...