Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. It’s called the sweet spot. That perfect place on your dog’s ...

Everyone knows dogs start to twist with excitement when you scratch them in the right spot - but not everyone knows there's a 'scientific reason' behind it. Intrigued as to why this happens, a dog ...

Science has barely begun to scratch the surface of why an itch itches, and how to make it stop. The itch-scratch cycle sits right at the fascinating intersection of pleasure and pain, reflex and ...