Hounds are among the oldest of the major dog groups in the world. With their powerful senses and athletic bodies, they have helped humans track down prey almost since the dawn of civilization. There ...

If you're a prospective parent researching which types of dog breeds to adopt, intelligence is likely one of your most important criteria. Even in the best of circumstances, training your dog can be a ...

When we consider a dog's intelligence, we are usually thinking about how obedient or trainable it is. Although being intelligent does impact how a dog learns, the genetics of each breed can determine ...

Dogs have been by humans' sides for thousands of years, helping us hunt, raise livestock and even helping us travel long distances by sled. Our loyal companions have proved themselves to be ...

If you’ve ever owned a dog or even considered getting a pooch, there’s a fair chance you’ve wondered if there’s a dog breed that’s right for you. Countless quizzes claim to pick the perfect pup for ...

Genetic variants associated with brain development help distinguish breeds designed for different physical tasks, a new study reports. By Emily Anthes In creating modern dog breeds, humans sculpted ...

Collies have been an easily recognizable breed ever since Lassie first graced screens in the 1950s. But most people don’t realize that there’s more than one type of Collie breed, there's actually four ...

100 Smartest Dog Breeds in the World originally appeared on PetHelpful. If you're a prospective parent researching which types of dog breeds to adopt, intelligence is likely one of your most important ...