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DOGS

His name is probably not actually Fido.

“Fido” is a name that has become synonymous with all things dog. But where did the name come from?

Meredith Danko
















He's spreading one helluva message, alright.

Some dogs lift their leg to pee as a way of marking their territory. But they also do it as a way of letting other dogs know they're the baddest canine in town.

Ken Ossea, Jr.
A pet owner's worst nightmare.

Losing an animal is a stressful situation, but it’s important to stay calm, act fast, and prepare a comprehensive plan of action. Here are nine things you should do if your pet ever goes missing. 

Alexia Kontolemos
The dog days of summer don’t actually have anything to do with this dog.

The dog days of summer don’t actually have much to do with dogs. Instead, they relate to Sirius, otherwise known as the Dog Star.

Sam Hindman






“Shoot, did that plant have leaves of three?”

Dogs can potentially have an allergic reaction to poison ivy, and they can also transmit the irritating oils to people. Here's what to do if you pet encounters the plant.

Sam Hindman