Every dog is smart in their own way—but some really are one paw ahead. Training often feels easier and more fun with these dogs, and that’s no accident. As Nicole Ellis, a certified professional dog ...

When it comes to adopting a dog, some potential pet owners make intelligence a priority. A smart dog breed is a great choice, especially if you're looking for a companion you can easily train, or if ...

There are some dogs that just seem to understand everything you say. You know, the ones who pick up a new trick in minutes and are always ready for a new challenge? Who sometimes seem to intuit your ...

Australian Shepherds ranked at #1, ahead of some serious contenders, including Golden and Labrador Retrievers, Border Collies ...

Research on all aspects of dog behavior, including their social, cognitive, emotional, and moral lives and the nature of dog-human relationships, has blossomed in recent years, and often, it's ...

NORTHBROOK, Ill. (WLS) -- There are many reasons dogs are called man's best friend, particularly when it comes to providing comfort. Lutheran Church Charities, based in Northbrook, Ill., uses comfort ...