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Have you always wondered exactly what breed your dog is? You may have adopted a rescue pup from the shelter and been told, "Oh, he's just a mutt." With this…[...]
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Gene mutation that helps make ‘toy’ dog breeds so small existed in wolves 54,000 years ago
A gene mutation partly responsible for the tiny size of 'toy' dog breeds like Chihuahuas has been found in 54,000-year-old wolf DNA, highlighting that the potential for small dogs existed…[...]
Jamestown colonists killed and ate the dogs of Indigenous Americans
Colonists at Jamestown — one of the first English colonies in North America — likely killed and ate local dogs, a new study finds.Most of the dog bones excavated at…[...]
Why Is Chocolate Deadly for Dogs? | Chocolate Makes Dogs Sick
Veterinarians frown upon giving dogs any kind of "people food" but are especially adamant about keeping chocolate far away from our canine friends. During holidays such as Easter, when delicious…[...]
Avian Influenza Outbreak: Should You Take Down Your Bird Feeders?
Originally published April 2022. Updated August 2024 to reflect further developments in the outbreak. Many people are concerned about the outbreak of avian influenza, or bird flu, that began in…[...]
How long do dogs live?
Dogs grow up much faster than humans, meaning these furry companions often do not live as long as their owners. But how long do dogs usually live?A dog's life span…[...]
Fear of reanimated corpses may explain mysterious burials at 1,600-year-old cemetery
Archaeologists in Italy are uncovering a 1,600-year-old burial ground containing the remains of infants, children and sacrificed puppies. Some of the burials have unusual features — such as a child buried…[...]
Indian crocodiles seen saving dog from feral pack attack, but scientists divided over what it means
Scientists in India observed mugger crocodiles (Crocodylus palustris) interacting with a dog that had been chased into the river by a feral pack. (Image credit: Utkarsha Chavan)Scientists in India have…[...]
Are dogs smarter than wolves?
At least 15,000 years ago, dogs evolved from groups of gray wolves, leading theories suggest. But does that mean modern-day pooches are smarter than their canine ancestors?According to experts, the…[...]
Why do dogs chase their tails?
Around and around they go — dogs are often seen spinning in endless pursuit of their own rears. But why do dogs chase their tails?There are several possible reasons for…[...]