Humans began selectively breeding dogs around 2,000 years ago, and these genes play a role in your pup's behavior, a new study of 4,000 purebred, mixed-breed and wild dogs finds. When you purchase ...

Many dog breeds are purely about appearance—think poodles and the Pekingese. But plenty of other breeds, like racing greyhounds, are devoted to specific tasks. For many of these tasks, physical ...

Just like humans, dogs can develop psychological problems if they are not kept in a manner appropriate to their species. Even ...

There’s no such thing as a ‘bad’ dog, but some do display problematic behaviour. Every dog owners has wished that their four-legged friend could talk so they can know what’s going on in their furry ...

Dogs have earned their reputation as loyal companions, but not every breed is an easy match for first time owners. A dog’s ...

Dogs often dig out of pure instinct, so frequent digging isn't always a cause for concern. You can redirect problem digging with training, adequate exercise, and a digging spot of their own. Call a ...

A study involving some 11,000 dogs demonstrated that the gender, age and breed of the dog, as well as any behavioral problems and certain environmental factors, are connected to hyperactive and ...