dogs

11 Active Facts About the Australian Shepherd

Learn more about the pup and its roots in the … Wild West?

11 Fun Facts About Internet Superstar Marnie the Dog

The dog/author’s fans include Taylor Swift, Larry King, and millions of others.

10 Quick Facts About Whippets

Blink once and these fast little pups are gone. Learn more about the spunky English racing dog.

What Makes Dogs Tilt Their Heads?

According to one study, dogs tilt their heads when they hear words that are meaningful to them, like the name of their favorite toy.

Genetic Study Suggests Dogs Originated in Central Asia

Our relationship with domesticated canines may have begun near Mongolia and Nepal.

11 Spunky Facts About the Maltese

Learn more about one of the world's oldest lap dogs.

10 Smart Facts About Dobermans

Dobermans have a reputation as menacing security dogs, but that doesn't mean they don't have a soft spot. Learn more about the second best guard dog in the world.

Lost Puppy Found in the Middle of the Desert

The explorers nursed the shivering, dehydrated puppy back to health, feeding him string cheese and building a tiny bed for him in an empty beer box.

13 Fast Facts About Greyhounds

These speedy dogs, which have been around for about 3500 years, are loyal, loving, and surprisingly low-key.

"The Surest Jaws on All Four Paws": Ashley Whippet, Dog Frisbee Pioneer

How a 28-pound pooch made canine Frisbee a worldwide phenomenon (and got his owner arrested).

Man Builds 'Dog Train' to Give Rescued Dogs a Ride Around the Neighborhood

All aboard!

9 Facts About West Highland White Terriers

These adorable dogs were bred to be hard-working and fierce—but that doesn’t mean they won't want to cuddle.

Humans May Have Turned Dogs Into Bad Problem-Solvers

In our quest to create perfectly loyal, perfectly tame companions, we may unwittingly have bred the smarts right out of them.

What It Means When Your Dog Looks at You

Is the way your dog looks at you a product of nature or nurture?

Citizen Science Goes to the Dogs

A new report finds that dog behavioralists can rely on at-home testing with pets.

Why Do Dogs Play Fetch?

It's in their DNA.

10 Energetic Facts About the Jack Russell Terrier

It's impossible not to be charmed by these lively little guys.

Cats Helped Drive Some Early Dogs in North America to Extinction

A recent study offers cat lovers some new ammunition in the "cat vs. dog" superiority debate.

10 Gentlemanly Facts About the Miniature Schnauzer

The miniature schnauzer may be small in size, but that doesn’t affect its big personality.

11 Bright Facts About Border Collies

Learn more about this classic farm dog.

17 Videos of Pets Getting Into Trouble While Home Alone

Our furry friends find plenty of ways to entertain themselves when we're not around.

11 Fluffy Facts About the Bichon Frise

Get to know the dog under all that white fluff.

Why Do Dogs Eat Poop?

Fine fecal dining, explained.

10 Friendly Facts About American Pit Bull Terriers

The American pit bull terrier may have a bad reputation, but under all that muscle is a heart of gold.