Some of our canine pets are colloquially called "ball junkies" because they have an addictive-like attitude toward their toys ...

Our canine companions may share certain behavioral vulnerabilities with us. A recent study examined the relationships some ...

New research suggests some dogs treat their favorite ball or stuffed animal like a person who is addicted to gambling or ...

The research documents addiction-like tendencies in canines, offering scientific evidence that appears to support owners' own ...

Does your dog seem to really, really love playing with a certain toy? It may be something more than harmless fun.

Some dogs love playing with toys so intensely they can’t stop—offering scientists a window into behavioral addictions.

Across all the tests, the researchers found that 33 dogs exhibited addictive-like behaviors with the toys. These behaviors ...

Some dogs show behaviors towards their toys that resemble behavioral addictions in humans, such as gambling and internet ...

How smart are dogs? Those of us who are dog owners likely think that our pets are pretty darn smart. One problem, however, is ...

Dogs are deeply emotional creatures. Just like humans, they can experience stress and anxiety, which may manifest in various ...

A new study links stressful puppyhood events to adult dog behavior, such as fear and aggression. Early care and training are ...