PBS science series examines what dogs’ use of soundboard buttons can reveal about language and cognition ...

In an Instagram video from creator @morgan.rolo.pebbles, a Dachshund named Rolo stands in front of a round dog toy with a ...

Premieres Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Can dogs understand what we say—and talk back?

Your dog stares at you with those knowing eyes. Your cat refuses to eat their usual food. We recognize obvious forms of communication — but what if I told you that your animals are speaking to you in ...

Could dogs ever learn something like speech? A new review explores the science behind enhancing canine communication.

Dogs can go to greater lengths to get treats from their owners. Social media is filled with exciting videos showcasing these canines trying to grab their favorite snacks. They often resort to quirky ...

This imprinting dog behavior is your dog’s way of saying, “I feel safest when I know you’re here.” Dogs who do this see their ...

If you have ever been around a dog, you know that dogs and humans are able to communicate to some degree. Humans issue commands to dogs that they follow. Dogs make requests of humans like pawing them ...

Dogs are known as humans’ best friends, but the foundation of this relationship lies in effective communication. Dogs communicate using a combination of vocalizations, body language, scent, and touch.

Dogs “talk” to us all the time–we just often don’t understand them. Through subtle movements and small gestures, they try to ...