Communication between dogs and humans is a topic of growing interest, and the
“unsolvable task” is a common method used to measure human-directed communication. In …

Executive functions (EFs) are a set of cognitive processes used for effortful self-regulation of
behaviour. They include inhibition, working memory, cognitive flexibility and, in some …

The extraordinary genetic and behavioural diversity of dog breeds provides a unique
opportunity for investigating the heritability of cognitive traits, such as problem-solving ability …

Dogs have an extraordinary relationship with humans. We understand, communicate, and
cooperate remarkably with our dogs. But almost all we know about dog-human bonds, dog …

Dogs' increased human-directed sociability compared to wolves may be the result of
increased oxytocin system activity and decreased stress responses, but comparative studies …

Past research on interspecies communication has shown that animals can be trained to use
Augmentative Interspecies Communication (AIC) devices, such as soundboards, to make …

Many factors influence cognitive performance in dogs, including breed, temperament,
rearing history, and training. Studies in working dog populations have demonstrated age …

In human infants, the ability to show gaze alternations between an object of interest and
another individual is considered fundamental to the development of complex social …

This study investigated the behavioral and neural indices of detecting facial familiarity and
facial emotions in human faces by dogs. Awake canine fMRI was used to evaluate dogs' …

Simple Summary Choosing the right dog that fits well with an owner's lifestyle is important for
the happiness of both the dog and the owner. This study looked into why and how people in …