When your dog perks up at the sight of their leash or the rustle of their treat bag, it’s easy to wonder — what’s going on in their mind? Do they store memories of those sights and sounds, or are ...

Your dog remembers more than you might think. A new study that tested the memory of man’s best friend found that dogs exhibit something akin to episodic memory — a process that’s been well documented ...

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American A Harvard Medical School professor recently ...

Rescue dogs often come from difficult backgrounds, and many pet owners wonder if their furry friends remember their past experiences. While dogs have short-term and long-term memories, the question of ...

Dogs may look adorable when they snooze, but their sleeping habits actually hold fascinating clues on how living with humans has shaped canine behaviour. The sleep-wake patterns of the dog can also ...