(Stacker) - From bags of kibble in the grocery store to modern home sizes, things are getting smaller—and evidently, Americans are starting to look for furry friends that match. Small breeds like ...

Mixed-breed dogs make excellent companions, but there are misconceptions that lead to too many of them being left in shelters ...

(Stacker) - Of the lucky pups who were adopted last year, it seems more have found their forever homes: The number of dogs surrendered by their owners has decreased by about 4.5% since 2023, according ...

Meera Pal is a Northern California-based writer with a background in journalism and books. She covers pets, real estate, tech, and everything in between. You can follow her on Twitter @Meerakat Kelly ...

If you’ve noticed an increasing number of Australian shepherds in Arizona, you’re probably not alone. According to a new study, the herding dog is the most popular breed in the state. Boston terriers, ...

Meera Pal is a Northern California-based writer with a background in journalism and books. She covers pets, real estate, tech, and everything in between. You can follow her on Twitter @Meerakat Kelly ...

Dogs may be man's best friend, but some breeds are friendlier than others. Researchers from the University of Helsinki studied over 11,000 dogs in a paper published in iScience in 2023. They explored ...

While all dogs are good dogs, some are better behaved than others. Forbes Advisor decided to find the best and worst-behaved dog breeds to help educate prospective owners on their furry friends. To do ...

If you love to swim or visit rivers, beaches and lakes, it's always fun to bring your dog along for the adventure. Not all breeds take to it as well as others, however. Some dogs are more like cats in ...