You’ve heard of tales as old as time—now meet the tails as old as time! The oldest dog breeds in the world have been around for thousands of years, serving as hunters, guardians, and companions long ...

Thanks to the dedication of researchers like archeologists and zoologists, we now know that dogs and humans have lived side by side for at least 15 thousand years. The earliest remains of a ...

Alaskan Malamutes are large dogs that have been bred for thousands of years, making them one of the oldest dog breeds in the world. Prized for being strong and more than capable of working for hours ...

Contrary to popular belief, the roots of modern dog breeds extend far beyond the Victorian-era breeding efforts of the 19th century. A recent analysis has revealed that these breeds trace their ...

Experts share all kinds of fun facts about these breeds – each with their own rich ...

For pet parents who love big dog breeds but want to avoid constant cleanup, low-shedding dogs can be a perfect match. Whether you suffer from allergies or just prefer a cleaner home, choosing a ...

While we're all convinced that our pups-5 or 75 pounds-make the perfect lap warmers, some breeds are built for human companionship. We've asked Wayne Ferguson, president of the Kennel Club of ...

FREDONIA, N.Y. (WIVB) — When you go to a St. Patrick’s Day parade, you might see shamrocks, hear bagpipes, and sometimes meet these gentle giants on four paws. “They are a great image or symbol for ...

A study of ancient dingo DNA revealed that the distribution of modern dingoes across Australia, including those on K'gari (formerly Fraser Island), pre-dates European colonization and interventions ...

Most pet dogs carry small fragments of wolf DNA, left behind after their long association with people. That genetic trace is ...

Museum folklorist Cynthia Vid­aurri presents a talk on the xoloitzcuintli, commonly referred to as the Mexican hairless, an ancient dog breed that is deeply engrained in the culture and cosmologies of ...