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The human and dog bond goes deep and wide! This week's article is written and contributed by avid Dogs Topic reader and contributor, Kathy Abellanida better known as Kat.

A study published in the U.K.'s New Scientist reveals dogs exhibit "left gaze bias," which suggests dogs can detect human emotions by looking at the face.

A California-based experiment seems to show that dogs know when their owners are on their way home.

In his first novel, young Italian writer explores thought-provoking issues about human existence and modern life in such an intriguing way that the reader is captivated.

Since dogs can think like two-year old children, Canadian researchers decided to see how well they could read human behaviour. Is it possible to deceive your pet dog?

Growling, snarling and snapping at humans and other pets when food is present? Is your dog aggressive when he's eating? Learn to solve food aggression in dogs.

Looking at the difference between various breeds of dog, such as the Dachshund and Doberman Pinscher, it is difficult to conceive that they are all descendants of wolves.

Fasciolopsis buski, often referred to as the giant intestinal fluke, is a parasite of southern Asia. Read about its life cycle, distribution, and significance.

Searching for a good holiday gift idea for a dog? Check out these great gift ideas for a dog in your life this Christmas or Hanukkah. And don't forget dog birthday gifts!

Understanding the signs and symptoms can help the owner and veterinarian achieve a diagnosis and provide proper treatment for canine urinary tract infections.

Though there are slight variations between breeds, generally all dogs go through the same developmental stages. It's important to recognize and make the most of each age.

Recent work by researchers has found that black wolves carry the same gene for coat-colour as do black poodles and labradors. This gene may enhance the wolves' survival.

Keeping pets healthy and disease free is important with the rise of veterinarian costs. One of the ways to keep pets healthy is by using essential oils and hydrosols.

Noticing the symptoms of allergies in a dog can help any pet owner get a proper diagnosis and treatment course to ease allergy flair-ups in their canine.

The Caribbean monk seal was the first seal gone extinct from human causes. Can ecotourism help its cousin, the Hawaiian Monk Seal, avoid the same fate?

Even though cats have very specific nutritional requirements, choosing a healthy pet food that best meets those requirements doesn't have to be tricky.

Pets are members of the family, and many families like to put something under the Christmas tree for Max, Fluffy or Pete.

When your dog loses another dog or an owner he (or she) can be just as sad as a human being. Here's how you can help your grieving dog heal from a loss.

While humans worry about H1N1 virus, dog owners may consider whether to give their dog a flu vaccine to immunize against the contagious canine, H3N8 influenza virus.

After an absence, photographer Eadweard Muybridge was back in Sacramento, California by 1877 to take more photos of Leland Stanford's famous trotter Occident.

Dogs can develop allergies to common pet food ingredients like rice, soy, chicken, chemicals resulting in itching, poor skin and coat, hot spots

Hartz's Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips for dogs are recalled. The dog treats may be tainted with salmonella. The pet treat recall is the latest in a string of food recalls.

Constipation in dogs may have various causes. In many cases home remedies easily found in your pantry may keep things moving.

Taste buds are located on the tongue, palate and throat and provide sense of taste. The nerves in the tongue send signals to the brain to interpret flavors.

Many gardeners want to enjoy time in the garden with a dog. Here is a guide to design flowerbeds that protects plants and man's best friend.

Ringworm or tinea can affect the scalp, hands, feet, groin, and elsewhere on the body. Natural antifungal essential oils can be used to treat skin fungal infections.

Dogs need exercise and several Vancouver parks offer safe environments to run and train dogs without a leash.

New doggy parents can have a baby shower too!

Dry cat food that is sold at grocery stores is not premium brand foods. Some cat owners might wonder what the difference is between the two.

For reasons unknown, a beneficial sugar substitute for humans can cause liver failure, internal bleeding, and a fatal hypoglycemic reaction in dogs.

Water games, beachcombing, and boating can be great summer fun while pool alarm systems, flotation devices, and other security measures keep your family and pets safe.

Study of canine phenotypes asks "What genetics distinguish one breed from another?" and "Within a given breed, what distinguishes each individual dog from another?

Meet two detective dogs as they search for the missing jewels in The Disappearing Magician.

Learn what sets a mammal apart from amphibians, birds, reptiles, fish, insects and other animals.

Wondering "Why is my dog barking?" or "Why is my dog chewing shoes?" A dog's behavior problems, destructive chewing or barking problems could be due to boredom.

When people walk into a home with at least one dog they usually can smell doggie odors. However, by proper house cleaning and checking Fido, odors can be reduced.

Studies indicate that some homeopathic remedies can be ineffective or even dangerous for pets, while others may provide some benefits.

Contrary to popular belief, feral cats are quite sociable, forming close friendships with others and collectively rearing their young.

Scientists have discovered a gene mutation that causes hairlessness in dogs. The discovery may help cure a genetic disease in humans. Dogs may truly be man's best friend.

The Hawaiian monk seal may not enter the minds of those vacationing in Hawaii. But for those wishing to conserve this endangered species, the time to act is now.

Dog shedding causes can include a bad diet, a lack of grooming and skin parasites in dogs. Some dog breeds are prone to shedding too. Learn how to stop shedding in dogs.

Wolves are often misconstrued to be nothing but bloodthirsty killers. In reality, they are just like your fuzzy little friend sitting at the foot of the bed at home.