Coming up with a pet name might not seem like a high-stakes decision, but for celebrities, it often becomes part of their ...

Our best friends come in a fantastic array of shapes and sizes; a Borzoi looks nothing like a Boston terrier, except for a certain fundamental, ineffable (except to taxonomists) doggyness about them.

A new study has found about half of the variation seen in modern dogs existed during the Stone Age, challenging conventional wisdom that this diversity mostly emerged during the Victorian era.

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Whether you’re an Aries with an action-packed schedule or a dreamy Pisces with fluctuating moods, look no further than the stars for your new furry friend Getty They say dogs are a man’s best friend, ...

The late Bill Tarrant, who was once called the “poet laureate of dogdom,” had a soft place in his heart for the smaller breeds. He called them vest-pocket dogs and admired their lively spirit and work ...

In honor of Adopt a Dog Month, Oscar de la Renta has joined forces with Isabel Klee to offer a limited-edition collection of dog bows in aid of Muddy Paws Rescue. “Who thinks you’re as fantastic as ...

The MSPCA-Angell just took in 27 dogs. More than a dozen of them are specialty breeds The MSPCA-Angell is giving them the care that they need before the dogs are put up for adoption Interested ...

There are some dogs that just seem to understand everything you say. You know, the ones who pick up a new trick in minutes and are always ready for a new challenge? Who sometimes seem to intuit your ...

Happy National Dog Day! The numbers don’t lie: Americans love their dogs. According to Forbes, more than 65 million U.S. households have a dog, making pooches the most popular pet in the country. But ...

Before you welcome a dog into your home, it’s important to do your research: some breeds are better suited for older children, some for younger, some shed a lot, some require a lot of exercise. To ...