You’ve probably met a sighthound, even if you’re not sure what the term means. “A sighthound is defined as a type of hound that hunts by keen eyesight rather than smell,” says companion animal vet Dr ...

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A wiener dog that went missing 16 months ago on a large, rugged island in Australia has been spotted alive and well. Valerie the miniature dachshund is regularly spotted on Kangaroo Island but has ...

Four-year-old Miuccia, from Venice, Italy, beat more than 18,000 dogs from around the world over the last four days to claim ...

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Whether you’re after a dog who can protect your home, loved ones and/or your business, the best guard dog breeds are well worth checking out. Most guard dogs also have a commanding presence, and many ...

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