Hounds are among the oldest of the major dog groups in the world. With their powerful senses and athletic bodies, they have helped humans track down prey almost since the dawn of civilization. There ...

We lost our dog, Kadogo, a Japanese Spitz and Maltese mix, last year. Even though she was old, her absence still stings. We ...

Guard dogs are on high alert to let you know of any danger and also serve as protection dogs. There are different types of guard dog breeds, from those that are more general watchdogs to protective ...

Collies have been an easily recognizable breed ever since Lassie first graced screens in the 1950s. But most people don’t realize that there’s more than one type of Collie breed, there's actually four ...

The common terms of “Pit Bull dog” or “Pit Bulls” do not refer to one specific breed, but rather five different but related Pit Bull breeds of muscular terriers originally bred for bull baiting and ...

From wolf-like companions to loyal herders, these ancient dog breeds have stood the test of time and continue to capture our ...

Around 29% of UK adults own a dog according to pet charity PDSA, which accounts for a staggering 11 million dogs. But what are the most popular breeds? We’ve pulled together the top 10 based on data ...

Looking to adopt or raise a pet? Get expert tips and tricks right in your inbox from LA Times Studios. Thinking you can’t have a dog just because you live in an apartment? The secret to happy ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Certain dog breeds possess dense double coats and sturdy builds engineered specifically for freezing temperatures ...

Dr Will Maginness was seeing up to 15 dogs a day at the peak of his work in a Geelong animal hospital, so it's fair to say the vet knows his pups. The former footy star-turned-veterinarian has built a ...