Geneticists are still on the hunt for an explanation. In this age of modern domestication, why are the largest dog breeds up to 40 times bigger than the smallest? While the answer remains unclear ...

Mastiffs rank 37th out of 200 in terms of popularity among American Kennel Club breeds, thanks in part to their affectionate nature and ability to get along well with other dogs and children.

Another gentle giant, the Bernese mountain dog is a calm, laidback breed with a sweet nature. Bred to do farm work in the mountains of Switzerland, these dogs are hardy and trainable. The AKC says ...

Today, the most popular breed of hairless dog is the Chinese crested, but the xoloitzcuintli and American hairless terrier (AHT) are fast gaining fans. And who could forget the Peruvian Inca Orchid?

The number of dog breeds worldwide isn't straightforward, so let’s put it this way: It’ll be a while before you run out of dogs to adore It’s complicated. It depends on who you ask and how ...

Many homeowners insurance policies have breed restrictions that might surprise you. Whether you’re a dog lover or just trying to understand the fine print, knowing which breeds are commonly ...

Whether you’re considering a dog bite lawsuit or want to understand the facts behind dog breed restrictions in home insurance and rentals, we shed light on which animals may present the greatest ...

Applied since the 1930s to accelerate the process of developing and selecting new valuable agronomic traits, mutation breeding uses a plant’s own genetic make-up, mimicking the natural process of ...

The profusion of breeds today -- at least 150 -- reflects intense, purposeful interbreeding of dogs in the past 150 years. At the same time, the entire history of dogs and their relationship with ...

But why is this the case? Breeding dogs for particular characteristics, or phenotypes, has been going on for centuries. Dogs are companions and workers, in service to humans, and they have thus ...

Four fish are part of China's first in-orbit aquatic ecological research project. Zebrafish aboard China's space station are doing well in orbit, according to an update on the experiments. The ...

Felt has three gravel bikes in the lineup, two versions of the Breed for fast gravel riding and racing, and one for adventure gravel, the Broam. Our review model is a top-end gravel bike from Felt.