You’ve probably heard that purebred dogs aren’t as healthy as mixed breeds. It sounds logical—more genetic diversity should mean fewer inherited problems. However, while some purebreds do face higher ...

With their smushed-in faces and button noses, French bulldogs, pugs and bulldogs are among the most popular breeds in the U.S. But their stout stature has a dark side: the breeds are prone to health ...

Dogs are man’s best friend because canines and people have supported each other throughout history. They are the most popular pets in the U.S., with approximately 44% of households owning a dog. Dogs ...

New research by Naturewatch Foundation and the Legal Advisory Group on Extreme Conformation in Dogs (LAGECDogs), alongside the UK Centre for Animal Law (A-LAW), has raised concerns about whether ...

Good Morning, I’m Debbie Cruz….it’s Thursday, February second. Backyard dog breeding continues to be a big problem on both sides of the border. More on that next. But first... let’s do the headlines….

Breathing problems in flat-faced dogs are strongly linked to genetics, providing a way to improve airway health through selective breeding.

TOLEDO, Ohio — The term "backyard breeders" is commonly used to describe when dogs are bred for fun, money or to create purebred pups. Toledo Area Humane Society staff said most of the time, dogs used ...