Dogs were the first animals people domesticated, and over thousands of years they have been bred for herding, guarding, hunting and companionship. Their sense of smell is far more powerful than ours, which is why they are used to search, track and detect. Today there are hundreds of breeds, from tiny lap dogs to giant working breeds.
Whether you are selecting a dog, picking a name or training a dog, this category has helpful guides. You can learn about working dogs and common breeds, read about health topics like glaucoma and epilepsy, and enjoy lighter reads on tail chasing, dog trivia and dogs in mythology.
Part of owning a dog is training it to be a well-mannered and socially acceptable member of both the two-legged and four-legged society. An untrained dog is a nightmare to live with and even a danger to visitors, family, or itself. Dogs learn or adapt to living with their people by osmosis. By watching how…