Love for dogs is somewhat inherited. Humans have probably evolved to develop a special kind of gene that makes them predisposed to love dogs. And as canines evolved, dogs probably have bonding with ...

Kukur Tihar is a traditional festival in Nepal that venerates canines. This special Hindu custom takes place on the second day of Tihar, a yearly festival lasting five days that usually occurs in ...

The nation will go to its dogs next week. On Kukur Tihar (26 October) every Nepali dog will have its day, every bitch hers. It is that time of year when they are worshipped and called upon to keep the ...

Rocky sat patiently as his people rubbed vermilion powder onto his forehead, placed a garland around his neck and showered him in marigold petals. Then he scarfed down some chicken-flavored treats.

Nepalis in Australia and around the globe are celebrating “Kukkur Tihar” or the festival of dogs by offering tasty treats and prayers for their favourite companion. But it’s not only dogs that are ...