Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You've probably heard that purebred dogs aren't as healthy as mixed breeds. It sounds logical-more genetic diversity should mean ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dog owners often aren’t shy about sharing how much they love their pup — and that can include what’s so great about the particular ...

The companion dog is one of the most phenotypically diverse species. Variability between breeds extends not only to morphology and aspects of behaviour, but also to longevity. Despite this fact, ...

The "tough mutt" phenomenon is well known among dog owners. The thinking goes that a dog with one or more breeds mixed into its genetic recipe is going to be healthier and more able to fight off a ...

It's a common belief that purebred dogs are more prone to disease than mixed-breed dogs, but a new study led by researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS ...

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Flat-faced dogs like Pugs and Frenchies may seem extra friendly, but new research shows size, training, and “spoiling” often shape their behavior more than head shape – though some traits are likely ...

A survey of more than 27,000 dogs in the Dog Aging Project has found that the most common reasons for visits to the vet have little to do with breed. By Courtney Price, Texas A&M University School of ...