Ever wonder what animals really think when they encounter us? The image we hold of ourselves wandering peacefully through ...

Because animals have a limited capability of understanding human language, they cannot “read” the way humans do. How do ...

A ritual dance honoring Yoruban ancestors is one of the countless examples of human culture. Jorge Fernández/LightRocket via Getty Images Of the 8.7 million species on Earth, why are human beings the ...

Of the 8.7 million species on Earth, why are human beings the only one that paints self-portraits, walks on the Moon and worships gods? For decades, many scholars have argued that the difference stems ...

Two chimpanzees meeting with each other apparently have a discussion using hand gestures, one of the human-like characteristics of other mammals. (Getty Images) Of the 8.7 million species on Earth, ...

As human-caused sound gets louder around the world, some animals change their behavior and many creatures suffer health issues Olivia Ferrari As human noise increases around the world, some animals ...

Artificial general intelligence (AGI) is slated to be a universal animal language translator, thus you can speak with your favorite pet, such as a lovable dog. In today’s column, I explore a touted ...

In the process of writing my book on pet-related conversations in clinical settings, I've been researching and reflecting on some court decisions involving animals, particularly pets. There are ...

Many people, including animal advocates and others who want to grant legal rights (including personhood) to nonhuman animals, are often criticized for their views because others fear it will diminish ...

People of all ages rely on their pets for a serotonin boost, whether they’re throwing a ball for their dog, petting their cat or talking to their fish after a long day. Nancy Edwards, professor and ...