A ‘NOVA’ special examines the question of canine communication—and whether the internet’s viral ‘button dogs’ have any actual ...

Premieres Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Can dogs understand what we say—and talk back?

PBS’s Wednesday NOVA special “Can Dogs Talk” examines the scientific evidence by exploring the viral social media  phenomenon ...

Could dogs ever learn something like speech? A new review explores the science behind enhancing canine communication.

Christina Hunger spent the morning arguing with her dog. Stella isn’t an ordinary pup. The Blue Heeler/Catahoula mix doesn’t just whine and bark. She uses her words to communicate her frustration to ...

One of the biggest perks of being a dog trainer/behavior consultant is that my furry clients never stop “talking.” Indeed, dogs are constantly communicating, most of which involve their body parts and ...

(WISH) — Talking to your dog is actually more beneficial than you think. For one thing, dogs respond to the emotional tone of our voices. When people talk to their dogs, it’s often in a ...

They will likely enjoy a treat better, but do you have any special words for your dog on Saturday? It is International Dog Day after all … and Nevadans talk to their dogs more than almost any other ...

From the talking Taco Bell chihuahua in ‘90s commercials to ABC’s winning 2017 talking dog comedy series “Downward Dog,” Michael Killen of Pittsburgh’s Animal Studios has used CGI to create talking ...