Dogs in Science

The Biggest Loser: Obie the Dachshund Gets Surgery -- Because He Has Lost 40 Pounds!

Michael Leaverton 22

May 2, 2013 — Obie is down from a staggering 77. But as his weight evaporated, his excess skin did not.
The Bionic Dog: Naki'o Thrives with Four New Prosthetic Paws

Michael Leaverton 7

May 1, 2013 — After losing his toes to frostbite, this courageous dog now runs with the best of them.
So Apparently Dogs and People Share the Same Kinds of Bacteria

Michael Leaverton 2

Apr 19, 2013 — Guess what? On a microscopic level, we are one with our dogs. At least, according to this study.

The Best 13 Lines from Mary Roach's "Chemistry of Kibble"

Michael Leaverton 1

Apr 10, 2013 — In an article for Popular Science, the writer goes behind the scenes at a dog-food flavor-maker.
I Abused The Family Dog -- But It Was a Robot, So It's Okay, Right?

Brian S. Hall 3

Apr 1, 2013 — What are the ethics of cruelty to companions, even if they're not what we consider real?
Meet the Oldest Dog on Earth

Michael Leaverton 2

Mar 7, 2013 — This skull fossil was discovered in 1975, but only recently was it linked to modern-day canines.
Can Dogs Help Women Ease the Anxiety of Pregnancy?

Sara Tan 2

Feb 1, 2013 — Pregnancy is an anxious time, but including all members of the family might alleviate stress.

Would You Ever Consider Cloning Your Dog?

Tim Link 40

Jan 24, 2013 — It's pricey, but possible. If you could, would you have a laboratory re-create your lost pal?
Why Are Dogs' Lungs So Much More Sensitive Than Humans'?

Dr. Eric Barchas 5

Jan 8, 2013 — In a post on marijuana I said dogs have especially sensitive lungs. A reader asks what I meant.
Now We've Seen Everything: Driving Dogs Pass Live TV Driving Test

Michael Leaverton 16

Dec 12, 2012 — Well, they did it. Two dogs drove around a track in New Zealand on live television. The world smiles.
If These Dogs Can Learn Chemistry, So Can You

Liz Acosta 1

Nov 19, 2012 — Paige and Dexter explain bonds between atoms in this Dogs Teaching Science video.
Japanese Study: Looking at Cute Things Makes You Smarter

Liz Acosta 7

Oct 3, 2012 — Dogster is more than just the place to go for all things dog-related -- we can improve your performance.
StemInsure Banks Dogs' Stem Cells for Future Health Needs

Julia Szabo 2

Sep 24, 2012 — The cells can be used for regenerative therapy later in a dog's life, among other medical uses.