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Two new papers have shown that dogs were fully distinct from wolves—and companions with people—more than 14,000 years ago.

Rob Gierka and Karen Duke explain why this dated, insensitive dismissal ignores the power of human-animal bonds and how animals are vital to our physical and spiritual well-being.

In the movie Hoppers, scientists “hop” human consciousness into animal-like robots to talk to other species. We asked the experts their thoughts on how conceivable the plot is.

While it may seem unreal to those of us who love furry friends and bond with them almost instantly, dogs don't gravitate naturally to everyone. Many people lack the ability to connect with animals so ...

Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter answers your pet-related questions. Oxytocin may offer a clue into the ability for animals to love, and one reader wonders if her friend is crazy for not knowing a cat ...