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Whether you have a fur baby you adore, are thinking of getting one, or are just an animal lover, this is the place for you. We’ve got answers to your pet questions and advice, fascinating facts about creatures big and small, and, yes, cute pictures.

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21 Best Guard Dog Breeds for Protection

These guard dogs won't only make you feel safer—they make great pets, too.


8 Types of Service Dogs That Aid People in Need

There are good boys, and then there are the types of service dogs that help tens of millions of Americans...


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11 Easiest Dogs to Train That Make Obedient Pets

These well-behaved pups are the easiest dogs to train, making their transition to your home that much smoother.


The 15 Cheapest Dog Breeds for Budget-Conscious Pet Lovers

The cheapest dog breeds happen to be some of the cutest pups around. Which will you bring home?

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34 Toy Dog Breeds That Stay Puppy-Sized Forever

These toy dog breeds keep their adorable puppy looks their entire lives. Which sweet pupster will you bring home?


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The 12 Best Low-Maintenance Dogs for Busy People

There's no shame in admitting it: You want a dog to love, but you don't have a ton of spare...

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17 Dogs That Look Just Like Wolves

These stately and majestic wolf dog breeds make a great addition to your family pack, but you'll look twice and...


15 Elegant French Dog Breeds That Make Great Pets

You know about French poodles and French bulldogs, but have you heard of these other adorable French dog breeds that...


9 Bulldog Breeds That Are Totally Adorable

These stout bully breeds will surely steal your heart.


22 Longest-Living Dog Breeds For Furry Love That Lasts

These puppers have more than just sweet faces and happy tails going for them. They're also the longest-living dog breeds.

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4 Best Dog Breed DNA Kits to Reveal Your Pup’s Ancestry

Get insight into your mixed-breed pup's unique background with dog genetic testing from a dog DNA test kit.



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13 Adorable Dogs with Big Ears That Are Too Cute

All dogs are cute, but dogs with big ears are next-level adorable. Find out what else makes these breeds so...


The Very Best Large Breed Dog Food

Does your heart belong to a big dog like a Newfie, Mastiff, or Great Dane? These gentle giants have special...


11 Best Emotional Support Dogs

These dog breeds check off all the boxes for the ultimate emotional support dog—they're cute and cuddly and, most importantly,...

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12 Flat-Faced Dog Breeds That Are Just So Precious

From Boston terriers to bulldogs, these sweet pups—instantly recognizable by their short muzzles—will land a spot in your heart.


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21 Dogs That Get Along with Cats

Despite the classic idiom "fighting like cats and dogs" there are many dogs that are good with cats.


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15 Best Dogs for Seniors

Dogs help keep people healthy and provide companionship, which is a boon for all, but especially the older generation. Find...


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15 Rugged Mountain Dog Breeds That Love Adventures

From massive and mighty to small and agile, mountain dog breeds come in a variety of packages.


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10 Authentic Chinese Dog Breeds and Their Fascinating History

From Pekingese to Shar-Peis, learn the history of these adorable and beloved Chinese dog breeds.


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10 Lovable Dogs with Short Legs

These petite-sized pups with short legs pack a major dose of cuteness.


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13 Classic German Dog Breeds That Make Great Companions

These German dog breeds are so cute and loveable that you're going to want to order matching lederhosen for the...


15 Best Dogs for First-Time Owners

We share what to know before adopting a pup along with the best dog breeds for first-time owners.


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10 Stately Russian Dog Breeds and Their Fascinating History

From sled dogs to guard dogs, these are the Russian dog breeds you'll want to learn about.

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24 Rare Dog Breeds You Probably Don’t Know About

Want a rare dog that stands paws apart from the other dogs at the dog park? Well, we have some...


10 Energetic Australian Dog Breeds That Are Always on the Go

The continent is home to many hard-working pups, from herders to terriers. Here's everything you need to know about each...


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12 Handsome Italian Dog Breeds

Large or small, these Italian dog breeds make their country proud with their good looks, keen sense of style, and...


8 Authentic Japanese Dog Breeds and Their Fascinating Histories

Some of these indigenous Japanese dog breeds have lineages that are thousands of years old. Find out how they came...


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15 Adorable Brindle Dog Breeds You Need to Know

Sometimes called tiger-striped dogs, these brindle breeds have some of the most uniquely colored coats in all of the animal...


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10 Adorable Dog Breeds with Beautiful Green Eyes

Green-eyed dogs are rare—these are the dog breeds most likely to have them.