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What dogs do when humans are not around, according to experts

The human-dog bond is ancient: we have co-evolved together since before writing even existed. Our long cohabitation with dogs has granted both species a unique insight into the other’s feelings: dogs, for instance, know when you are looking into their eyes, unlike wolves and other animals. And, dogs can understand human language to some extent: one “Guiness”-worthy dog knows over 1,000 nouns. ...

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Why some dogs love to sing along with humans

Droopy eared, long-faced Basset hounds may seem to have little in common with fluffy, wolf-like Alaskan malamutes, but both breeds share at least one notable trait: They love to howl. Other breeds like Pomeranians and Chihuahuas are equally vocal, albeit with yips and yowls rather than bellowing howls. Owners of vocal dogs may engage in the parlor trick of howling or singing in order to induce howls in their pet, much to the delight of their guests....

Originally posted on salon.com

Why some dogs love to sing along with humans

Droopy eared, long-faced Basset hounds may seem to have little in common with fluffy, wolf-like Alaskan malamutes, but both breeds share at least one notable trait: They love to howl. Other breeds like Pomeranians and Chihuahuas are equally vocal, albeit with yips and yowls rather than bellowing howls. Owners of vocal dogs may engage in the parlor trick of howling or singing in order to induce howls in their pet, much to the delight of their guests....

Originally posted on salon.com

Why some dogs love to sing along with humans

Droopy eared, long-faced Basset hounds may seem to have little in common with fluffy, wolf-like Alaskan malamutes, but both breeds share at least one notable trait: They love to howl. Other breeds like Pomeranians and Chihuahuas are equally vocal, albeit with yips and yowls rather than bellowing howls. Owners of vocal dogs may engage in the parlor trick of howling or singing in order to induce howls in their pet, much to the delight of their guests....

Originally posted on salon.com

Why some dogs love to sing along with humans

Droopy eared, long-faced Basset hounds may seem to have little in common with fluffy, wolf-like Alaskan malamutes, but both breeds share at least one notable trait: They love to howl. Other breeds like Pomeranians and Chihuahuas are equally vocal, albeit with yips and yowls rather than bellowing howls. Owners of vocal dogs may engage in the parlor trick of howling or singing in order to induce howls in their pet, much to the delight of their guests....

Originally posted on salon.com