In the world of celebrity pets, it has been noticed that sometimes the pooches and the felines get more royal treatment than the star. And why would they not? The amount of cuteness that they bring to ...

It’s one of the most important decisions that a new dog owner makes - and it’s not just about finding a puppy name that you like.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WBUR listener Laurie Rose and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Some may be surprised that famous musicians like Jimi Hendrix and Jennifer Lopez have lost all their Grammy nominations and ...

When it comes to cognitive ability, not all dogs are created equal. Most dogs can learn simple action cues like “sit” or “down.” But so-called “gifted word learner” (GWL) dogs exhibit a remarkable ...

Most dog owners are aware that their pooch is smart enough to know a few choice phrases—“walkies,” for instance, or, perhaps more likely, “time for dinner.” Some particularly intelligent canines can ...

Breakfast is on the table, dinner is in the oven and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is just about over. For many families, this means that it is time to watch the Kennel Club of Philadelphia's ...

Today, hundreds of dog breeds—from Beagles to Bernese Mountain Dogs to Bichon Frises—exist all over the world. Humans began classifying dogs by breed in the 1800s, and scientists assumed that was when ...

Kylie M. Cairns receives funding from the Australian Dingo Foundation, the Australia and Pacific Science Foundation, the ACT government and donations from the general public. She is a director of the ...

The 53-year-old man was hospitalized and was undergoing several surgeries. Talk about a ruff day. A Pennsylvania man is now hospitalized after his dog allegedly fired a shotgun at him, injuring him in ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Marc Eaton, a professor of sociology at Ripon College remembers ...

As the colder months approach across the United States, dog owners should be mindful of changing weather conditions and adjust their pet care routines accordingly. While in most regions, it will still ...