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Quiz: Can You Guess These Famous Cartoon Dogs?

Spanning funny pages, Saturday morning classics, and prime time TV, the best cartoons always featured an animated dog. Guess these 10 famous cartoon dogs!

Scientists Reveal a Surprising Similarity Between Dogs and Humans

A study indicates that our canine companions have gut flora similar to ours. Here's how the findings could help nutritional research!

Top 10 Best Guard Dogs

A dog is more than just a pet - a dog can be a companion, a friend and even a security measure for your home and family. Our picks for best guard dogs.

Scoop on Poop: Experts Reveal the Secret Stinky Stats

According to the data gathered by Rover.com, their dog walkers pick up about 9,000 poops a day, which equals about 2,000 pounds of waste on a daily basis.

10 Hilarious Pictures Only Husky Owners Can Relate To

Huskies get themselves into hilarious hijinks on a daily basis, so owners of this precocious breed will relate to this collection of photos.

Meet the Winners of 2017 AKC Canine Excellence Winners

Winners of the 18th annual AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE) include a family pet that detects drugs and a library loving show dog.

Ohio Makes History With Groundbreaking Anti-Puppy-Mill Law

The historic Ohio law is just the first step of what will hopefully be a successful journey to eradicate cruel and irresponsible breeding practices.

Pets of the Homeless Provide Free Sleeping Crates for Furbabies in Hom

The non-profit hopes that more homeless shelters will start allowing people with pets in, and they're donating free collapsible crates to help the cause.

While both animals are cuddly and loveable, they are inevitably different. So, could it be possible that dogs are smarter than cats, or vice versa? This is a popular question in the scientific world, and many tried answering it.

Pawsome Gifts to Pamper Pooch Parents

When we fall in love with our dog's unreserved affection and ability to make us laugh at any moment, we fill our homes with things that remind us of them.

PoundWishes Offers Rescues a New Tool for Fundraising

Animal rescues have their own fundraising website, thanks to PoundWishes. This site makes donations super simple - from a single pet to an entire shelter!

Best Harnesses For Miniature Huskies

This mini breed has the same wanderlust their Siberian parents, so we've compiled a list of the 10 best harnesses for Miniture Huskies to keep them safe.

These Amazing Portraits Show Owners Look Like Their Dogs… Or Is It T

Gerrard Gethings, an animal portrait photographer, managed to perfectly capture those uncanny similarities between fur babies and their humans.

10 Knockout Gifts for Boxer Buffs

A loveable ham, it doesn't take long for anyone to become a fan of the Boxer breed. That's why we've picked out 10 knockout gifts for Boxer buffs.

Top 10 Cool Finds From SuperZoo 2013 – Part 2

SuperZoo 2013 was a whirlwind of awesome pet products and amazing pet people. We saw so many cool things and we wish we had the time and space to write ab…

Top 10 Best Small Dog Breeds for Kids

The kids have been begging for one, but you live in cramped quarters. Not a problem - here are our choices for the top 10 best small dog breeds for kids.

New Year’s Essentials for Pet Party Animals

Raise your paws in the air and wave them like you don't care! Ring in the New Year the right way with these terrific pet-inspired New Year's party pleasers.

YaDoggie Promises Pet Wellness With Smart Scoop Technology

YaDoggie is a new food and treat company out of Santa Cruz, California, that promises to put pet wellness first and offers cool predictive shipping!

TailsUp! App Helps Kids Get To The Bottom Of Animal Awareness

No “If’s, And’s or Butt’s” about it, your kids are gonna love this app! Not since “Pin the Tail on the Donkey” has…

Service Dog Denied Entry Into Elementary School Heads to Supreme Court

A middle-school girl was denied the services of her trained service dog into class. She's now heading to the US Supreme Court with her discrimination case.

Pets Get Designer Digs on Animal Planet's New Show "Animal Cribs"

Designer and animal lover Antonio Ballatore stars in "Animal Cribs," a new show on Animal Planet that puts pooches into the swankiest dog houses!

Megan Markhle’s Regal Beagle Spotted Riding to the Royal Wedding Wit

Onee pawesome little thing seemed to have escaped the notice of the millions of watchful eyes: the bride's rescue beagle has been the star of the event.

Pups And Coffee Cups: Rescue Dogs While Enjoying Fair-Trade Coffee

A Kickstart project aims to open a café that caters to latte and dog lovers – it’s an adoption shelter and coffee bar all in one! A North…

Spotify Helps Shelter Dogs Find Furever Home Based on Taste in Music

Spotify teamed up with a shelter in Munich to make perfect musical matches- between rescues and their potential pawrents.

Drug That Could Extend Lifespan of Senior Dogs Enters Clinical Trial

A new and revolutionary drug that could possibly extend the lifespan of healthy, senior dogs, is now entering a major clinical trial. It also has a first patient - an 11-year-old Whippet named Boo.

Story of Airport Service Dog’s Retirement Party Gives Us Wings!

A loyal canine employee at a Florida airport has been given the retirement party of a lifetime after several years of hard work and faithful service.

Montreal Pitbull Protesters Fight For Protection Of Dogs

A controversial ban on Pitbulls in Montreal, means life or death of thousands of dogs, and paves the way for stringent breed restriction registration.

2022 is Going to Be Hot, Thanks to Australian Firefighters Calendar

Coming just in time for the holidays is a calendar full of the most adorable puppies you’ve ever seen. Oh, and the HOT Australian firefighters cuddling them…

Dogs Are Marvel Superheroes And Villains In Awesome Illustration Serie

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a… pug? Illustrator Josh Lynch gives pups a superhero (or supervillain) makeover in this awesome new…

Best Air Purifiers For Pets

Are you looking for a way to battle your pet's flying fur and odiferous offerings? Check out our 10 best air purifiers for pets--guaranteed to keep allergies at bay and the bad smells away!

Top 10 Grand St. Patrick’s Day Gifts For Irish Setters (…Or Any Do

St. Patrick's Day means the leprechauns enjoy a bit o' mischief with their furry friends, and you don't want to leave your best pup out of the celebrations.

Pups Will Dig the Underground DogDen 60 Dog House

Does your dog like to dig holes in the yard? You only have to dig one - for Miller Pet Products' DogDen 60, an environmentally friendly outdoor dog den.

Stop, Drop & Learn: Kasey Program’s Dogs Teach Kids About Fire Safet

Firefighter Jeff Owens doesn't let retirement slow him down. With the Kasey Program, Owens and his black Labs tour schools to teach kids about fire safety.

Top 10 Best Dog Breeds For Apartments Part II

We couldn't cover them all with our first list, so we're bringing you another. Here's part two of our top 10 best dog breeds for apartments and condos.

Call 911: The 2020 Australian Firefighters Calendar Is Too Hot To Hand

The temperatures may be cooling down but it’s the time of year that things are heating up for Australian Firefighters making a difference in the lives…

This Amazing Cat Lady Teaches Responsible Pet Ownership To School Kids

Erica Callais Falbaum is the founder of the Pet Education Project. Her mission is to educate children worldwide about good pet ownership.

13 Puppies Who Can’t Wait To Start Their First Day of Work

These puppies are on a mission - to serve their community and be the best service dogs ever! Take a gander at these pooches starting their new jobs.

Top 10 Dog Breeds for Autism

Children with autism can thrive with the help of a support dog. That's why we've put this list of the top 10 dog breeds for autism.

4 New Varietals Find “Furrever” Home In Chateau La Paws Wines

Let's raise another glass and toast the four new varietals (for humans only!) that Chateau La Paws is adding to its collection. We give them four paws up!

Political Poopbags Take A Lot of Crap!

The 2016 Presidential Race has been full of poop flinging from both parties. These political bags scoop the poop and support (or not!) your pick!

Love Takes Flight as Homeless Dog Patiently Waits For Air Attendant

This is a made-for-TV love story if we've ever heard one! A homeless dog met his true love outside of a hotel - and he waited for her until she adopted him.

This Farm Offers Cuddle Sessions With A Pack Of Adorable Goldens

This family-run farm launched a special Golden Retriever Experience – a one-hour session allows guests to enjoy refreshments such as cider and snacks, all in the company of a huge group of cuddly golden retrievers called “happy”.

Quiz: Do You Know Your Dog Meme?

From Nyan Cat and Confession Bear, to Dramatic Chipmunk and Grumpy Cat, animals are a part of meme culture. Can you name these 10 popular dog-themed memes?

Artist Adds Pets to Historical Paintings in Hyper Realistic Style

Animal lovers rejoice! Now your pet can go down in history AND add some super cool style to your interior space. We'll take one for every room, please.

Football Fans Score a Touchdown When Naming Their Dogs [Infograph]

The Super Bowl brings out the fan in all of us. And that passion translates to what we name our dogs - just ask Bacon, Miller and Falcon!

Top 10 Dog Breeds That Don’t Do Well in Hot Weather

Who doesn't like the warmer weather? Well, these dogs don't - they'd rather keep it cool. Here's our list of the 10 dogs that don't like hot weather.

Top 10 Labrador Retriever Themed Decor You Can’t Live Without

You love your Labrador Retriever…in fact, you love all things Labrador Retriever! Here are the top 10 Labrador Retriever themed decor we’ve found for you to show much you love them!

Top 10 Low Energy Dog Breeds

Not everyone wants to go, go, go! Some people need a pal who's as low-key as them - and that's why these low energy dog breeds make wonderful companions.

Pets in the Classroom Receives Grant From PetSmart Charities

With a $25,000 grant from PetSmart Charities, The Pet Care Trust will help even more teachers across the US and Canada introduce pets to their classrooms.

Logan’s Law Will Mandate Animal Abusers Registry, Tougher Penalties

Michigan hopes to pass a bill called Logan’s Law that will ban convicted animal abusers from adopting and puts their names in an accessible database. T…

Top 10 Clingy Dog Breeds

Just call them Velcro dogs! Here's a list of 10 clingy dog breeds that will never want to leave your side.

Top 10 Splendiferous Ugly Christmas Pet Sweaters

They're so ugly, they're adorable! Nothing puts your pooch in the festive spirit like any one of these 10 splendiferous ugly Christmas pet sweaters!

Top 10 Heavy Dog Breeds

Not everyone is into purse pooches - some people need a heavyweight by their side. Here's our list of the top 10 heavy dog breeds.

Best Toys For Shorkies

Shorkies like size appropriate toys that keep them engaged and help their teeth feel great, and that's what our Top 10 List of Toys For Shorkies is made of!

Detection Dogs Can Now Sniff Out Malaria From Your Socks

A team of UK researchers successfully trained dogs to detect people infected by malaria simply by smelling their clothes.

10 Adorable Pics of Doggy BFFs

Hey dog, I got your back! These pooches prove that furry best buds always stick together, even when there's food involved!

Top 10 Common Household Products Poisonous for Dogs

They may be tucked away in a cupboard, or in common view on a kitchen counter. They're common household products that are poisonous if ingested by your dog.

Top 10 Things I’d Like to Steal From Global Pet Expo 2016 [Video]

My infamy precedes me! That's why I have to disguise myself in the latest Top 10 Things I'd Like to Steal from Global Pet Expo 2016 - Where's Amy Edition.

Tosh.O Shows How Crowdsourcing is a Pain in the Butt for a Cute Kitten

Crowdsourcing for worthy causes is a common occurrence. Daniel Tosh recently highlighted a worthy one, and, if you don't donate, you're a butt-hole.

8 Pet Planters That’ll Turn Your Thumb Green

It's time to cultivate your inner horticulturalist - add some flourish to your indoor decor with these pawsitively awesome pet-inspired planters!