Local authority inspectors who issue licenses to dog breeders need clearer guidance and better support so they can more effectively protect animal welfare, a new report says. The report, by ...

Dogs have been around humans for over 30,000 years and have earned themselves the title of humans’ best friends. Since being domesticated, the species has undergone dramatic changes due to selective ...

It's a common belief that purebred dogs are more prone to disease than mixed-breed dogs, but a new study led by researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS ...

Think mutts are healthier? Science agrees! Discover the genetic power of hybrid vigor and why mixed-breed dogs frequently ...

These pups have had a ruff go of it. A favorite dog breed across the US and UK will disappear in the next 10 years, and animal rights groups couldn’t be happier to see them go. So-called “designer ...

Labradoodles, puggles, dorgis, cavoodles, cavapoos: whatever you call them, there’s no escaping the explosion of designer crossbreeds parading along our streets and through our dog parks these days.

Breed-Specific Health Concerns: Is Your Pet at Risk? Just as humans inherit traits from their families, our pets carry genetic legacies that can impact their health. Every pet breed has unique health ...

Some dog breeds are thought of to be the ideal family companion thanks to their nature and looks. Small dogs have been ...

DNA My Dog, a pioneer in consumer canine genetic testing, today announced the commercial launch of its new Health and Trait Test, the most advanced product in the company's 18-year history. The test ...