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Jacqueline Boyd, The Conversation

Protruding eyes, flat faces, short legs: Selective breeding has serious consequences for animals

The human desire to seek novelty in another sentient being is harming their health and their natural abilities, welfare and longevity.

Jacqueline Boyd, The Conversation
· Apr 28, 2024 · 10:00 pm
Dog bite incidents are closely linked with human error, not dog breeds

When dogs bite, it is usually a last resort. It can arise from fear, pain or frustration.

Jacqueline Boyd, The Conversation
· Sep 04, 2022 · 11:30 pm
How dogs find their way home (without a GPS)

There is more than pure instinct helping lost dogs find their homes.

Jacqueline Boyd, The Conversation
· May 18, 2016 · 04:30 am

How did Moscow's stray dogs learn to navigate the metro?

The answer lies in the history we share with our canine companions.

Jacqueline Boyd, The Conversation
· Feb 21, 2016 · 11:30 pm