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Why Do Some Dogs Have a Pocket in Their Ears?
It's called a cutaneous marginal pouch, and while science is a little uncertain of its true purpose, it can double as a B&B for ticks.
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Paw and Order: Dormie, the Dog Who Went on Trial for Cat Murder
In 1921, an Airedale Terrier named Dormie captured national attention by becoming the first dog to be put on trial for (cat) murder. And yes, he had a lawyer.
You Could Get Paid to Look at Pictures of Puppies
Do cute puppy pictures have therapeutic effects? One dog food company has devised an experiment to find out.
Can You Spot the Dog That Stole the Sausage in This Brainteaser?
If you were a dog that came across an unattended string of sausages, you’d probably swipe them, too.
The Reason Why Dogs Go Wild After a Bath
Dogs tend to sprint like Olympians after escaping from the tub. What prompts this kind of canine behavior?
Got Some Old Socks? A Colorado Company Wants to Turn Them Into Cozy Dog Beds
Colorado-based Smartwool is trying to cut down on textile waste by accepting busted socks and recycling them into dog beds.
Friends’s "Smelly Cat" Lyrics Were Loosely Inspired by a Real Pet—But It Wasn’t a Cat
Phoebe Buffay's ubiquitous tune "Smelly Cat" may never have happened if not for a malodorous pooch named Gouda.
The Reason Why Dogs Like to Lick Glass
Dogs are fond of taste-testing windows in both cars and homes. Here's what they're really trying to do.
Why Do Dogs Yawn?
A big yawn doesn't necessarily mean your pup is ready for a nap. If your dog yawns excessively, they could be signaling stress.
The Reason Why Dogs Have Tear Stains
Matted brown or black fur under a dog's eyes is common, especially with certain breeds. Here's how it happens.
What a Puppy's Paws Can Tell You About Its Adult Size
If you want to get an idea of how big your tiny puppy might grow to be, their paws could offer a hint.
The 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds in America
Americans loved their dogs more than ever in 2020, and the AKC has released a list of which breeds were most popular.
Why Do Dogs Love Toys That Squeak?
Your dog doesn't squeak his toys all day long to get on your nerves. He's simply obeying his prey drive.
Are Tennis Balls Bad for Dogs?
As far as dog toys go, tennis balls aren’t exactly the safest kind. Here are the risks (and how to avoid them).
What Happened to the White Dog Poop That Used to Be Everywhere?
It wasn't a product of your young imagination: Chalky, white dog poop really was everywhere in the 1970s and '80s. Here's why it went away.
Meet Skipper: The World’s First Six-Legged ‘Miracle’ Dog
Skipper—a puppy born with six legs—appears to be happy and healthy despite her rare, life-threatening medical condition.
Cats vs. Dogs: This Map Shows Which Pet the World Prefers
To settle the cats vs. dogs debate, check out this map showing which countries are cat lovers and which ones prefer dogs.
Ben & Jerry’s Now Makes Ice Cream for Dogs, Featuring "Rosie’s Batch" and "Pontch’s Mix"
Ben & Jerry’s latest flavors include “Rosie’s Batch” and “Pontch’s Mix,” named after actual employees’ dogs.
America's Most Popular Pet Names of the Past 100 Years
From Tippy to Tigger, this is what Americans have named their cats and dogs in the last hundred years or so.
Why Are Dogs So Afraid of Vacuums?
Just like fireworks and thunderstorms, vacuums are unexpectedly loud—but that’s not the only reason your dog hates them so much.
Why Do Dogs Have Whiskers?
To many dog owners, whiskers are just another cute feature on their pup's face. But they're much more than that to the canines who sport them.
You and Your Dog Can Finally Wear Matching Pajamas, Thanks to Petco
You and your furry friend can finally wear a pair of pajamas that match, thanks to the folks at Petco.
Reward Your Dog This Holiday Season With an Advent Calendar Filled With Treats
This holiday season, give your dog daily healthy supplements in their very own Advent calendar created by GoodBoy.
Jeff Koons's Puppy Sculpture, at the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Is Donning a Face Mask
The 40-foot-tall sculpture is covered in flowers and changes with the seasons. Now it's changing with a pandemic.