DOGS

This Special Highchair Helps a Dog With a Rare Condition Eat Her Food Safely

For most dogs, mealtime is the highlight of their day. But for some, it can be a painful, potentially life-threatening ordeal.

Furry Friends Could Help Prevent Allergies and Obesity in Babies

A study found higher levels of protective bacteria in infants who lived with cats and dogs.

12 Scientifically Cute Facts About Puppies

They really do like baby talk.

Why Do We Use the Same Voice to Talk to Babies and Dogs?

Nope, it's not because they're equally adorable.

8 Heartwarming Animal Retirement Homes

These specialized shelters make sure that no pet goes unloved.

12 Historic Westminster Best in Show Winners

The award has a long and interesting history.

Clifford estimating a fraction of the poop he produces in a single day.

A Genius Theory for How Clifford the Big Red Dog's Owner Would Pick Up the Pup's Poop

Clifford the Big Red Dog's size poses a lot of interesting issues for a pet owner—including how one would clean up after this ginormous canine, as no pooper scooper would be big enough.

9 Fluffy Facts About the Shih Tzu

Learn more about the so-called "lion dogs."

This Week, Dog Lovers Can Take a London Bus Tour With Their Furry Friends

The 90-minute tour takes riders to the city's best dog parks and canine-themed cultural attractions.

Pup Named After David Bowie (With Eyes to Match) Needs a Forever Home

The dog has reportedly been ignored by potential owners because of his different colored eyes.

This Year's Puppy Bowl Will Feature Three Dogs With Disabilities

Get to know Lucky, Doobert, and Winston.

Dog Owners Say Their Canine Pals Make Them a Better Person

According to a new survey, owning a pooch can inspire you to be happier, healthier, and more loving.

A Cushy History of Pound Puppies

The tiny faux-fur dogs were "adopted" by millions of kids, thanks to the imagination of a Ford assembly line worker.

Think Twice Before Letting Your Dog Lick Your Face

Your canine's mouth teems with microorganisms that we, as humans, aren’t designed to battle.

13 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Dog Walkers

It's not always a walk in the park.

Dogs Learn to Ignore Bad Instructions Faster Than Humans

When it comes to distinguishing useful instructions from pointless ones, dogs are faster learners than human children.

Your Dog's Interest in You Might Be Genetic

Beagles who sought out human interaction in a laboratory study showed more activation in certain genomic regions.

Hawaiian Animal Shelter Lets Tourists Adopt Dogs for a Day

Visitors can get their pet fix and make a pup happy at the same time.

Like Humans, Dogs Understand Both Tone and Vocabulary

Your beloved pup is paying attention both to what you say and how you say it.

10 Lovable Facts About the Peruvian Inca Orchid

Meet the (cuddly) national dog of Peru.

Citizen Science Project Calls for Donations of Dog DNA

Darwin's Dogs is looking for canine DNA to better understand mental illness in humans.

Study Finds Dogs Prefer Praise Over Treats

Here's further evidence that the love between dogs and their owners is mutual.

Do Animals Get Sunburns?

After a long, snowy winter, it’s hard to resist the allure of warm summer days. Of course, they can come at a cost—including a sunburn. While it’s a well-known advisory for humans to slather on that SPF before taking in the rays, what about animals?

Adventurous Pug and Kitty Hike Across Spain

Talk about a children's book in the making.

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