Discover how to create a talking button board for your dog. Learn how to start with a few buttons, model words for snacks, play, and outings, and reinforce actions with fun, quick repetitions. This ...

In the movie Hoppers, scientists “hop” human consciousness into animal-like robots to talk to other species. We asked the ...

One day, I will teach my dog something impressive. One day, we will be that household with structure and enrichment and a pet ...

Training a new puppy has its challenges, but Sky, the 4-month-old Golden Retriever, makes it look easy! She and her mom recently started working with talking buttons, and Instagram viewers are already ...

With its twirly cord and landline-like features, the Tin Can is giving kids a crash course in phone etiquette. For example: Talk!

PBS NOVA recently aired an episode “Can Dogs Talk?” about whether dogs had the ability to learn our language. Using paw-sized push buttons placed on the floor (usually attached to a mat and labeled), ...

This week we’re taking a deep dive into the world of pets! These stories about our beloved fluffy companions are sure to warm your hearts. Mark your calendars, too! This Thursday, February 19, NOVA ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. is editor-in-chief of The Verge, host of the Decoder podcast, and co-host of The Vergecast. Today, let’s talk ...

DEAR DOG LOVER: Whiskers are “vibrissae,” a very special type of hair found in numerous mammals, notably cats and dogs. Since dogs do not have fingers and hands to explore (the way human babies do), ...

Have you ever wanted to talk to your dog? Or at least have a better idea of what they need and want? We have as well. Unfortunately, while that's not an option (yet), the next best option is word ...

Gabapentin may be used in humans and dogs. For dogs, it has a few uses including helping manage anxiety. The dosage of gabapentin in dogs depends on the weight of the dog. There are some cases where ...

From the talking Taco Bell chihuahua in ‘90s commercials to ABC’s winning 2017 talking dog comedy series “Downward Dog,” Michael Killen of Pittsburgh’s Animal Studios has used CGI to create talking ...