A Kinship piece argues that dogs are routinely forgiven for actions that would be condemned in humans, a gap explained by the emotional bond between people and their pets, says Jessica Plonchak of Choice Point Health. Read On…
A 2024 study shows increasing vaccine hesitancy among U.S. pet owners, with many questioning vaccine effectiveness and the number of shots pets receive, researchers and a Texas A&M public health expert say. Read On…
Seizures in dogs can look very different from one another; a recent Dogster article highlights key signs and urges owners to notify their veterinarian and seek care through clinics such as PetVet Care Center. Read On…
The Spruce Pets' 2025 roundup of dog supplements combines product features, dog-parent experiences and veterinary perspective from Liam Gamble of ADM to guide owners considering supplements. Read On…
Researchers studying 16,582 adults 50 and older report that owning dogs or cats may be associated with slower decline in specific cognitive abilities, while fish and bird ownership showed no measurable benefit. Read On…
The Chinese Crested Dog, an extra-small breed, comes in hairless and powderpuff varieties; the former has soft, humanlike skin with tufts on its extremities, while the latter bears a long, soft coat, and both require targeted grooming and health care. Read On…
Two dogs — a Bulldog and a Chihuahua named Daisy — required emergency cesarean sections after developing dystocia, a potentially life-threatening complication of birth. Veterinary teams intervened after prolonged and intense labor, and an expert urged immediate veterinary care when signs appear. Read On…
Tommy the Blue Staffordshire Terrier has settled into a role as the household's attentive observer since his family's new baby arrived, performing duties described by the family as sleep supervision and door security. Read On…
Bred in the mountains of Kochi Prefecture to hunt boar and deer, the Shikoku is prized for agility, endurance and companionship and has been designated a national monument in Japan since 1937. Read On…
Moodles, or Maltipoos, are a Maltese–Poodle cross prized for a wool-like, non-shedding coat and a calm, family-friendly temperament. Read On…