Dogs & Puppies

The beautiful and peaceful dwarf gourami builds elaborate bubble nests. Learn more about its habitat, care, feeding, and breeding.

Owls are popular thanks to the Harry Potter films, but these efficient, fascinating birds of prey make very poor pets for a number of reasons.

The Havanese is a toy dog breed that is playful, affectionate and intelligent. They are also the national dog breed of Cuba. Learn more about what makes a Havan

Spitz, which means “pointed” in German, refers to a type of dog that has pointed ears and a wolf-like appearance.

Pet skunks are active, intelligent, and affectionate but can be a handful. Learn how to care for these animals, including housing, feeding, and more.

Find the perfect name for your Beagle from our list of 200 unique and charming options, from traditional to funny, for your spirited new friend.

Table scraps are not the best food for puppies, but there are ways to offer them occasionally. Learn how to offer healthy treats of people food.

Some dogs like golden retrievers and corgis are known for getting and giving affection. Find out which breeds tend to enjoy kisses and hugs.

An intestinal blockage in dogs, also called a bowel obstruction, is a serious health crisis that often requires surgery. Learn the causes, symptoms, treatment,

Dogs can communicate a lot with their ears. What is your dog trying to tell you when they put their ears back?

Things happen and sometimes dogs break their toes. Find out what you need to do and what restrictions your dog may have to let a broken toe heal.

Meet 14 captivating French dog breeds, from affectionate French Bulldogs to elegant Papillons, all native to France and beloved worldwide.

Toad poisoning is often lethal, and it's common because toads are slow-moving, and dogs are predators. Here's how to treat toad poisoning in dogs.

Methylene Blue is used in aquariums as a disinfectant, anti-fungal, and anti-parasitic. It is also used to treat ammonia and nitrite poisoning.

Hyperkeratosis in dogs occurs when skin cells produce too much keratin, resulting in the growth of dry, thick fronds of tissue on the nose and paw pads. Learn t

The Bedlington terrier dog breed has a unique lamb-like appearance. Learn why this rare dog makes both a cuddly companion and a great watchdog.

Choose a husky name that captures their adventurous spirit and Arctic roots with options like Blizzard, Aurora, and Balto for your Siberian husky.

Corn snakes are great pets for first-time snake owners. Learn how to take care of them and learn about their behavior, housing, food, and more.

Dogs normally have pink gums, but they can change color if something isn't right in their body. Find out more about what your dog's gum color means.

Several dogs, like Shiba Inus and Finnish spitzes, look a lot like foxes. Find out whether one of these fox-like dogs is right for you.

The Australian kelpie is an intelligent, high-energy dog breed developed for herding. Learn about the Australian kelpie, including temperament, appearance, hist

The black mouth cur, named for their square black muzzle, is a shorthaired ranch dog with a sweet personality. Learn whether they’re the right dog for you.

Learn about bearded collies, energetic and intelligent dogs known for their herding skills and bearded faces that earned the nickname "beardies."

The Lakeland terrier is an old working dog breed from the Lake District in the United Kingdom. Learn about its history, health, and more.