Choosing a Lhasa Apso

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...

Non-sporting breeds don’t fit into any other group. They don’t herd, they aren’t used for their strength and they don’t have a natural hunting ability. They really don't have much in common – other than...

Before embarking on the lifelong commitment of owning a pet, learn what costs you may incur; this is an important consideration and may even help you decide which pet is best for you and your budget.

Some families decide to get one dog for the family. Certain breeds tend to do better as the only pet in the family than others.

You and your dog do need to exercise. But afterwards, you can let him or her curl up on your lap, petting and pampering your pet, while you lazily flip through the channels.

Dogs make their homes in the city and country, in mansions, single family houses, condominiums, and even in apartments. If you live in an apartment and are looking to add a dog to your life, consider...

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...

Choosing the right dog – the breed, the size, the temperament, the cost – is the key first step to building a healthy and happy relationship with a pet; get it right it's deeply rewarding; get it wrong...