Tag - Dogs

Dogs Can Detect our Stress and it Profoundly Impacts Them

Credit: PixabayDogs can detect human stress, and a new study shows that this scent may cause dogs to make 'pessimistic' decisions, reflecting a similar emotional effect. This is the first scientific evidence that human stress odors influence dogs' emotions and learning, according to UK researchers, and it may provide valuable insights into the ancient...

Dogs can Detect Trauma Flashbacks from our Breath Scent

Dogs can already be helpful to those suffering from PTSD, and new research shows they might even be able to predict flashback events and intervene before they happen. Credit: PixabayIn a small study, two dogs successfully identified the scent associated with traumatic memories in human breath. This discovery suggests that dogs could become even...

The Sense of Smell in Dogs is Highly Skilled at Detecting 8 Different Diseases

Credit: PixaobayDogs possess an olfactory ability that exceeds ours by approximately 10,000 times due to their possession of around 220 million scent receptors, compared to humans' 5 million. Their rapid inhalations, reaching up to 300 per minute, ensure consistent capture of new scents, contributing to their impressive role in swiftly detecting diseases.When our well-being...

There’s One Thing Dogs do Not Utilize Their Tail For, Scientists Say

Tails can be found in several shapes, strengths, and dimensions. The long, thick tail of a kangaroo functions as a 3rd leg. The rabbit's fluff-butt is utilized to interact with other rabbits. The rope-like tail of the hippopotamus flicks their poop far and wide.Several carnivores utilize their tail to make them more agile on...