Domestication has made cat and dog breeds more diverse — yet surprisingly similar. That has serious implications for their health. At first glance, Persian cats and pugs seem entirely different,…

Imagine a world where humans suddenly vanish. It may sound grim for Homo sapiens, but it would be better news for dogs. Without people, canine companions would be freed from…

Once, these remarkable dogs served people faithfully — but today they’re gone. For different reasons, some breeds faded into obscurity because of human actions, while others disappeared because of changing…

According to researchers from the charity Dog Trust, small dog breeds with long noses tend to live longer than others. Female dogs of small, purebred breeds have the longest life…

Small dogs can live twice as long as large ones, a fact many devoted pet owners already know. A team of researchers from Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, Hungary, set…

Pugs and other flat-faced dog breeds face a significantly higher risk of serious health issues. Despite this, they remain among the most popular breeds. Researchers suggest these dogs are treated…

A team at the University of Helsinki ran an extensive study to find which dog breeds are the smartest. From 2016 to 2022, animal behavior specialists tested the intelligence of…