Do you change your voice when you talk to your pets? Are you pitching up your tone and resorting to "baby talk" when you're trying to get your dog's attention? While it might seem silly, a study from ...

Many dog owners instinctively use a “baby voice” when speaking to their pets, and according to veterinarians this style of communication can actually affect a canine’s emotional bond with their human.

"I wish my dog could talk to me." It's something I hear regularly in my work studying animal welfare. My response? "They are talking to you, let me help you see how." We're brilliant at talking to our ...