Man's best friend, in this case a male poodle, is genetically more similar to humans than is the mouse, a more commonly used laboratory animal, according to researchers who have completed the first ...

An unusual respiratory illness in dogs has been reported in at least 14 states. The mystery illness began circulating in parts of Oregon earlier this year, according to the American Veterinary Medical ...

An interactive map of dangerous dogs may soon be available for citizens of Orange County, Calif., pinpointing exact locations of the county’s estimated 150 potentially dangerous or vicious dogs. “Why ...

First came working dogs — breeds that could guard or herd livestock. Later came the hunting dogs. And all those cute little fluffballs like Pomeranians and Papillons? Thank a single import of a pug ...

If you want to get to know someone—or start a fight—ask them if they prefer cats or dogs. For as long as we've been raising these pets in our homes, debates have raged over which one is superior.

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