Classical music has a calming effect on dogs in rehoming centres, according to research carried out for the Scottish SPCA. During the study, dogs' stress levels decreased significantly after the music ...

Dogs and classical music – there’s much more to it than just ‘Bach/bark’ puns. The soothing sounds of Debussy work wonders on dogs, cats, and pets of all sizes frightened by fireworks. Classical music ...

I truly never knew that dogs listening to music was a thing until I started dog-sitting in L.A. As an owner left me with her poodle, Jimmy, she asked me to play Beethoven for him, especially if he ...

Have you ever wondered why your Spot’s ears perk up when it’s perfectly quiet? Or why Fido barks a minute before the delivery person appears with a package at your front door? Well, it’s quite simple.

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Nov. 2 (UPI) -- A Colorado State University professor said his research indicates dogs are soothed by classical music while heavy metal makes them anxious. Lori Kogan, associate ...

Animal welfare experts have urged pet owners to play classical music on Bonfire Night to help anxious pets remain calm and relaxed. Over the past four years, the RSPCA has received more than 1,500 ...

The joy of music isn’t just limited to an audience with two legs. Here are the best pieces of classical music, bound to get your dog’s tail wagging in delight. It’s not a rare sight to spot a dog ...

When Serenity Strull, a photo editor at the BBC, rescued her dog Margot, she knew right away that the three-year-old pitbull mix struggled with anxiety. "The shelter labelled her as shy and good with ...

I recently encountered a new study that looked at the response of dogs to various types of music. This one, out of Colorado State University, was authored by a team headed by psychologist Lori Kogan.

I recently encountered a new study that looked at the response of dogs to various types of music. This one, out of Colorado State University, was authored by a team headed by psychologist Lori Kogan.