The largest-ever study of dog behavior, tracking more than 47,000 pets, reveals how breed, size, sex, and age shape canine traits. It provides insights that could help identify early signs of illness ...

Turns out we may be unfairly stereotyping dogs. Modern breeds are shaped around aesthetics: Chihuahuas’ batlike ears, poodles’ curly fur, dachshunds’ hot dog shape. But breeds are frequently ...

The Labrador retriever has reigned supreme as the most popular dog in the United States for 31 years, according to the American Kennel Club, which describes the breed as friendly, active and outgoing.

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Source: SC Psychological Enterprises Ltd. The old saying goes that you can't judge a book by its cover, suggesting that first impressions based upon the look of something don't give you much ...

Labrador retrievers fetch, border collies herd, huskies howl: It's conventional wisdom that many dog breeds act in certain ways because they've been bred to do so over the course of many generations.

Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...

Does your dog follow you from room to room? Every wonder why they're so clingy? Let's explore the reasons your canine companion follows you around. Dogs love being with their human family. Some want ...

Let’s assume that the original dog was an animal of many purposes. In time, humans began to demand that their dogs perform specific tasks and select for certain capabilities. Thus arose the ...

To better understand the furry goofball you call your best friend, find out what common dog behaviors mean, according to pet experts. If you’re obsessed with taking pictures of your furry best friend, ...