Dogs and humans share blood markers of aging, a new Dog Aging Project study finds. Here's what the longevity research means for your dog's care.
Northwest Naturals recalls raw chicken pet food over Salmonella and Listeria risk. Check lots B-19 and B-5, stop feeding affected bags, and watch for symptoms.
Fluffy cold-weather breeds like Samoyeds and Huskies come alive when sweater weather arrives. Here is how to handle seasonal shedding and keep dogs comfortable.
A rescue dog named Dante failed six DNA tests at two labs before a lab manager found why. He is a chimera carrying two sets of DNA, and healthy so far.
Rescue dog Kane pinned an attacker and saved his 86-year-old owner in New Hampshire. Here is what this act of loyalty means for dog owners everywhere.
Deployed service members shouldn't have to surrender their dogs. Operation Foster matches them with volunteer fosters. Here's how it works and how to help.
Sudden zoomies, nipping, and ignoring commands can all mean your dog is overtired and needs a quiet nap, not more exercise. Here's how to tell the difference.
A heart murmur in dogs sounds scary, but most are perfectly manageable. Learn what vets check for, which dogs are most at risk, and when treatment should start.
This dog pauses mid-walk to contemplate life on every single walk, and The Dodo captured it on video. You will absolutely recognize your own pup in this one.
Wondering what dog food helps dogs with arthritis? Learn which joint nutrients matter most, why weight loss beats supplements, and what vets check first.
Is your dog suddenly quiet or withdrawn? Learn the difference between a tired pup and a dog that needs a vet visit, plus the signs to watch at home.
High blood pressure in dogs is silent and dangerous. Learn the subtle signs, common causes like kidney disease, and why routine vet checks catch it early.
Teach your dog loose leash walking with this force-free plan: start indoors, reward a slack leash, let sniffing happen, and watch the pulling fade away.
Dog backpack training, step by step: which dogs can carry a pack, how to fit it safely, the 10 percent weight rule, and a simple 5-step routine to start.
US vet bills have climbed 55 to 60 percent in a decade, and labor is the main driver. Here's why care costs more and how dog owners can plan ahead for them.
Tokyo dogs are wearing fan-powered cooling jackets as Japan passes 104°F. Here's how they work, and what actually keeps dogs safe in extreme summer heat.
A German shepherd named Shadow threw himself at the door to warn his owner about a fast-moving wildfire in Washington. What his warning means for your dog.
My dog Biscuit steals exactly one sock a day, never chews them, and arranges them like museum pieces. I have stopped fighting it. Here is our arrangement.