A new study based on thousands of DNA sequences and owner surveys finds that less than 10% of a dog's behavior — like howling, herding or retrieving — can be explained by its breed.

Research shows that understanding the innate abilities of different dog breeds will help us choose the best animals for particular jobs. 24K-Production/Getty. The suggestion that there is some ...

Here are the dog-friendly breeds Dr. Cahn suggests if you want a pup that gets along well with other dogs. Related: 5 Easygoing Dog Breeds That Are Built for Laid-Back Living. 1.

If you're looking to get a dog, there is no shortage of options. From miniature poodles to gigantic Dobermans, man's best friend comes in all shapes and sizes. There are hundreds of dog breeds − ...

Caroline is a dog-breed expert and Dog Writers Association of America Hall of Fame inductee who has written 34 books about dogs, including the top-selling Barron's Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds.

The dog breed most likely to always and often play well with other dogs (with 80.5% of owners saying their Bernese mountain dog plays well with other dogs, tying with Great Danes) 2.

Possibly because it’s one of the most affectionate dog breeds, the French bulldog is one of the most loved breeds, even vaulting to the No. 1 spot as the most registered AKC breed in the United ...

The Australian shepherd ranked as the top dog breed in 10 states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Missouri, Montana, New York and Virginia.

But these differences among dog breeds – and between dogs and wolves – aren’t enough to warrant recognition as distinct species. Dogs are simply too young, from an evolutionary perspective.