The domestication of horses is a fascinating journey that had a significant impact on human history. Horses, known scientifically as Equus ferus caballus, were first domesticated around 5,500 years ago…
Pigeon NavigationPigeons are renowned for their exceptional homing abilities. They have been used for communication for centuries, thanks to their remarkable capacity to return to their home lofts from great…
Enrichment comes from activities that mentally and physically stimulate an animal's mind, body, and senses. These activities often mimic the animals’ instinctive, species specific behaviours. Westlund (1) proposed that enrichment…
Evolution and domestication Cats are often, perhaps mistakenly, labelled as aloof or unaffectionate. This may be because people are comparing them with ‘man's best friend’, but in fact, felines communicate…
At More Than Human, we know that trust is crucial when it comes to handing your beloved pup over to the care of someone else for walkies or daycare, which…
How Well Can Dogs Smell? The olfactory capabilities (sense of smell) of canines are extraordinarily powerful. Just a single sniff is enough for a dog to be able to accurately…
AnthropomorphismPeople frequently attribute human-like characteristics to nonhuman things, such as our pets. This is called anthropomorphism. There is much debate in the scientific community about whether this is helpful or…
Why do people adopt internationally?Most people get a dog due to the desire for companionship or increased exercise. (1)A questionnaire distributed to over 3,000 owners of imported rescue dogs in…
Oxytocin - the love hormoneOxytocin is often called the love hormone because it is associated with positive feelings. It has been shown to reduce anxiety and stress and positively influences…
What is grief?Grief includes a variety of emotions such as anger and sadness in response to losing someone or something important to you. Everyone experiences it differently depending on a…
