Dog brain

The tremendous expansion and the differentiation of the neocortex constitute two major events in the evolution of the mammalian brain. The increase in size and complexity of our brains opened the way to a spectacular development of cognitive and mental skills. This expansion during evolution facilitated the addition of microcircuits with a similar basic structure, which increased the complexity of the human brain and contributed to its uniqueness. However, fundamental differences even exist…

Scientists didn't expect this twist in evolution.

Researchers hope to tease out the effects of breeding and training on dog brain structure.

Mental stimulation is key to tiring out your dog. Here are several brain games for dogs that require just 10-15 minutes a day.

Learn about the veterinary topic of Parts of the Nervous System in Dogs. Find specific details on this topic and related topics from the Merck Vet Manual.

The first study to actually count the number of cortical neurons in the brains of a number of carnivores, including cats and dogs, has found that dogs possess significantly more of them than cats.

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A new brain-imaging study of mankind's best friend has found a striking similarity in how humans and dogs — and perhaps many other mammals — process voice and emotion.

Battle boredom, feed your dog's inner genius, and keep your pooch mentally stimulated with these fun and easy to learn doggy brain games.

Along with socialization, exercise and training ... you need to support your dog's behavior with the right brain food for dogs ...