Browsing: Ears

Nature, Published online: 16 January 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00194-8Nature staff discuss some of the week’s top science news.

A gene that is important for human hearing could determine whether a dog’s ears are pendulous like a basset hound’s or stubby like a rottweiler’s, according…

Evolution and breeding have wrought a wide variety of ear lengths in our canine companions.Credit: GettyA gene that is important for human hearing could determine whether…

Work slowly, starting with getting your pet comfortable in the empty bathtub, using treats for positive reinforcement. Then, introduce water, while still giving treats, and slowly…

Keeping your ears clean and getting rid of excess wax buildup is an essential part of good personal hygiene. How you go about it is equally…