Ever watched your dog figure out how to open a door, steal a treat from the counter, or manipulate you into an extra walk? If so, you’ve witnessed canine intelligence in action. But when it comes to ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The Australian Cattle Dog, often called the Blue Heeler, is a compact herding dog developed for endurance, ...

WorldAnimalFoundation.org is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn More Some dogs don’t just learn commands—they read routines, ...

Some families watch football on Thanksgiving, but others prefer to watch this cuddly competition on Turkey Day. One top dog was awarded Best in Show during the National Dog Show, which aired on ...

Soleil, a Belgian Sheepdog, has won Best in Show at the 2025 National Dog Show, beating out more than 1900 dogs in this year's competition. The pitch black, six-year-old Soleil appeared calm despite ...

National Dog Show judge said the talented canine, 'Didn’t put a foot down wrong. Didn’t miss a beat' Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work has ...

A very lucky pup was chosen as the 2025 National Dog Show’s Best in Show on Thursday. This year’s winner is Soleil, a black Belgian sheepdog from the herding group. As the name suggests, herding dogs ...

Now that Santa Claus has signalled the end of NBC and Peacock's broadcast of the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, it's time for us to shift our focus to a whole lot of holiday pups. That's right, ...

In 2024, a ‘smug’ pug from North Carolina named Vito won Best in Show. Since the show started airing on NBC, a variety of ...

WorldAnimalFoundation.org is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn More Are you planning to bring the coolest and smartest dog breed home ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. For many families, their dog represents way more than just a source of affection. They are also a living, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jen Reeder is an award-winning journalist who specializes in pets. Though most Americans have never seen a Danish-Swedish farmdog, ...