Choosing a Border Collie

Once again, the Labrador retriever is America’s favorite purebred, according to registration numbers tallied by the American Kennel Club. This marks the 15th year in a row that the Labrador ranks at the...

The herding group of dogs has a natural tendency to herd livestock, other pets and even family members.

You are ready to add a dog to your family. Now you need to decide whether to adopt an adult or puppy. Each has advantages and disadvantages.

The contract you sign when you buy your dog from a breeder is much more than a simple bill of sale – it guarantees your rights and the seller's rights in the transaction, sometimes for the life of your...

If you pick a good breeder, the dog you choose will have a leg up on life from the start – after all, it's in the breeder's own best interests to make sure his dogs are healthy, well-socialized and the...

The American Kennel Club's list of pure breeds contains detailed information on everything from appearance to attitude, offering a virtual life story for your pet. It is the country’s largest breed registry,...

The border collie crouched in the snow, alert, tense, eyes darting back and forth between the sheep and the man standing a few yards from her. “Away to me,” Roger Culbreath said firmly, an ancient phrase...

Have you ever wondered why your toy poodle follows you around the house? Or why your beagle can’t resist exploring in your neighbor’s backyard? Your dog naturally seems to have certain personality traits....

You brought a pooch into your home in order to teach your children responsibility, but you’re the only one who learned the lesson: Never do anything like that again. Bringing a dog into your home is a...