Family Dogs

At first glance, the red heeler vs. blue heeler debate seems like a showdown between two different dog breeds. But here's the twist: Both are color variations of the same dog breed,the Australian Cattle Dog.

By Nico Avelle

The many types of dogs are as diverse as the jobs humans have bred them to perform. From herding dogs to hunting hounds, people have been breeding dogs since prehistoric times to help with tasks like guarding, retrieving and companionship.

By Zach Taras

Livestock guardian dogs are some of the most incredible canines in the animal kingdom. These hardworking pups specialize in protecting livestock from predators, whether it's wolves, coyotes or even bears.

By Mack Hayden

Have you ever wondered why some purebred dogs come with a price tag higher than an international flight?

By Yara Simón

Man's best buddy lives for 10 to 13 years, on average. But the longest-living dog more than doubled that time on Earth.

By Kimberly Olson

One of the most enjoyable steps of adopting a new dog is giving them a moniker that makes them a part of the family. The most common dog names are straightforward, two-syllable names that are easy for canines to recognize, with other trending dog names meandering into the silly or absurd.

By Mitch Ryan

When you think of the biggest dog in the world, you probably picture a massive, powerful creature — a dog that towers over its owners and may seem intimidating at first glance. However, despite their imposing size, many canine giants are known for their gentle nature, earning them the affectionate title of "gentle giants."

By Karina Ryan

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but some breeds tower above the rest, in both height and heart. These gentle giants have been companions, protectors and working partners to humans for centuries.

By Kimberly Olson

The calupoh is as fascinating as it is rare. Known as the Mexican wolfdog, the calupoh combines the mystique of the wolf with the loyalty and intelligence of domesticated dogs.

By Yara Simón

Size plays a role in the strongest dog bites out there, but so does the canine's morphology, aka snout shape.

By Sascha Bos

The smartest dog breeds are considered smart because they easily learn to be obedient to humans.

By Jesslyn Shields

Who doesn't love a dog you can carry in your pocket?

By Laurie L. Dove

Turnspit dogs were a distinct breed of working dogs in the late 15th-18th centuries. Their job was to run on a wheel designed to turn meat roasting over a fireplace spit. And they had to do it all day.

By Cristen Conger

It's never easy to lose a pet. But it's even harder when you have to make the decision when that time comes. Is there any way to make it easier?

By Laurie L. Dove

We have less time with our Great Danes than we do with our Yorkshire terriers - but why?

By Jesslyn Shields

A first-of-its-kind study out of Japan set to find out, and the results were surprising to everybody.

By Laurie L. Dove

Ugliness, like beauty, may be in the eye of the beholder. A 17-year-old dog with tumors and a sweet disposition won the annual contest.

By Patty Rasmussen

The energetic and friendly Swedish Vallhund was originally bred more than 1,000 years ago and was saved from extinction in 1942.

By Laurie L. Dove

Dogs lick humans for all types of reasons. But do they really lick us to tell us they love us?

By Sharise Cunningham

Wolves do it. So is howling just an inherited trait dogs have kept through the eons, or is there more to why our furry friends still vocalize in this manner?

By Stephanie Parker

Dog owners know: Their four-legged friends are stuck to them like Velcro. But why? Are they afraid of being left behind, or is it something else?

By John Donovan

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has been around longer than basketball. Heck even light bulbs. For the first time, it won't have any human spectators and it will be held outside.

By John Donovan

As the 197th breed to be recognized by the AKC, the Biewer terrier is popping up on the radar of dog lovers everywhere.

By Wendy Bowman

The black mouth cur may look like a basic dog, but it's actually powerful, protective and sensitive. We'll tell you everything about them, including tips on training and how big they get.

By John Donovan

If you're looking for the right dog, but keeping the house clean and the pet allergies at bay is a priority, here are 19 no-shed dog breeds you might want to consider.

By Jesslyn Shields