Dogs are often described as natural judges of character, seemingly able to sense when someone has good or bad intentions. But beyond popular belief and viral anecdotes, what does science actually say ...

As a young professional, Lauren Haynes has moved a number of times in the past decade for her job - from South Jersey to Philadelphia to California and, most recently, to Charlotte. “I’ve used all the ...

When you think of a dog, you might picture a beloved family pet, a loyal companion. But for many people across the country, a dog can be so much more: a guide, a healer, a comfort, and an ally through ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A new law will allow facility dogs in Tennessee to be used to help vulnerable witnesses and victims, like children, testify in court with a judge’s approval, according to the ...

Seizure-assistance dogs can sense when its person is about to have a seizure and summon help or provide comfort. Diabetes-assist dogs can smell when their person may need food or medication. For ...

In short order, Teddy—a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed 3-year-old yellow Lab—punched a wall button with his nose, yanked a rope to open a kitchen cabinet door and tugged a walker across the floor. After ...