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Dog Domestication: History’s Timeline From Beginning To Now (In Years)

How dogs came to be domesticated from their grey wolf ancestors is a long and complex history. And depending on which resources and scientific research...

Bichon Frise Dog Breed Profile

Bichon Frise (pronounced as bee·shaan free·zay) came from the French word bichon à poil fries meaning, small curly-haired dog. Full of charm in a cloud of...

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Dog Breed Profile

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever, or Chessie for short, is the Sherman tank of the retriever breed. This Retriever is a hunting dog created to...

10 Most Famous Dogs in History

While the likes of the mystery-solving Great Dane, Scooby-Doo, and the classic romance of The Lady and a Tramp bring all the lovable qualities...

History of Dogs Through Science

Wolves are icons of pack behavior. Their collective strength is greater than their individual efforts. As Rudyard Kipling put it, “for the strength of...

TOP #109: Do Dogs Really Derive from Wolves?

In this episode, our guest Bernie Taylor, a naturalist and author, shares his thoughts on this interesting theory and the scientific proof that supports it.

A Timeline of How and Why Beagles Were Used in Lab...

Animal cruelty and abuse of laboratory dogs is nothing new for pet owners who are aware of these problems, but did you know that...

Our Dogs’ DNA Carry Cancer Genes from Over 10,000 Years Ago

Today’s American dogs have the DNA of a cancer gene that apparently wiped out the ancient dogs that originally roamed the Americas. The history of...

Dogs Are Our Best Friends Because We May Share Similar Genes

People may have bred themselves the perfect companions from wild wolves, and a new study shows that a lot of this has to do...

We Now Know What Mayas Used to Do With Dogs Over...

New study found that Mayas raised and traded dogs for ceremonies, kept them as guardians and pets, and did not differentiate between breeds. Growing up,...

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Sneaky Golden Retriever Dips in Neighbor’s Pool, Getting Millions of Laughs...

The summer heat may end, but not the online attention that this Golden Retriever from New Jersey is getting in his hilarious video of...
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My Dog Ate Paracetamol: Is Paracetamol Safe For Dogs?

"Oh no! My dog ate paracetamol. Should I be worried?" No pet owners like to see their dogs in pain. If there's any way we can...
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Man Lost Arm After Neighbor’s Dogs’ Attack in his Own Yard

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS—46-year-old Paul Striegl was smoking inside his yard when two dogs attacked him, costing the Northeast side resident one of his arms. The...

Why Does My Dog Rub His Face On Me? 9 Surprising...

Why does my dog rub his face on me? Is something bothering him, or does he just want some head rubs? Although most dogs often show...
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Can Dogs Eat Dried Fish? 6 Benefits + 3 Cautions

Light, crispy, and full of umami. If you love fish, then you will love dried fish! Trust me; we Asians love to feast on this wonderful...
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Why Do Dogs Scratch the Floor: Reasons And How To Stop...

Have you ever caught your dog scratching the floor? Dogs are quirky animals, sometimes displaying behaviors we don't understand. Long-time dog owners know that these animals...
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TikToker’s Last Day With Pup Moved Millions of People To Tears

What would you do if you knew today was your last day with your dog? TikTok user Niyah Belmont (username: @daniyahmb) made it a fun...
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Oregano Oil for Dogs: Benefits and Guidance

Oregano oil for dogs can be a confusing topic for pet owners. Some people say that it can be toxic to dogs. Some say it's...