You know dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but there’s something especially “aww”-worthy about short-legged dogs. Sure, they may not rank as the fastest dog breeds, but the way they waddle ...

These two cuties know that teamwork makes the dreamwork. Two dogs = much bigger stick! They’re definitely funny dogs, but they might also be two of the world’s smartest dog breeds. Don’t ...

fluid might collect in a dog’s belly, causing it to swell. “This is known as ascites,” says Dr. Elfenbein. If you see a bloated belly in addition to more obvious signs like labored breathing, it’s ...

Sep. 16, 2024 — A new study shows the mood-boosting benefits of Buckeye Paws, a therapy dog program that many health care workers say helps reduce emotional exhaustion and improve work ...

Bedrest has traditionally been recommended for patients with ascites on the basis that upright posture increases aldosterone levels, which is associated with sodium retention. [11] Although ...

Ascites is the buildup of fluid in the abdominal cavity, which often develops as a complication of liver disease. However, ...

Understanding these cognitive milestones could help humans raise better dogs. Duke University researchers have developed a program to study puppy development inspired by experiments used to study ...

Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Dog attacks can be frightening and can cause devastating injuries. Whether you’re considering a dog bite lawsuit or want to ...

Geneticists are still on the hunt for an explanation. In this age of modern domestication, why are the largest dog breeds up to 40 times bigger than the smallest? While the answer remains unclear ...

When deciding between wet and dry dog food, you and your pup’s personal preferences play a big role. Both dry and wet food can be good nutritional choices for your dog, but each comes with ...

Four adoptable dogs with people names: Derek and Gustavo in New York City, Mary in Chattanooga, Tenn., and Nora in Westhampton, N.Y. Adoption profiles for all dogs pictured are linked at the end ...