This week's quiz has happiness and happy dogs. You're welcome
Last year's most popular dog is still top, and the happiest nation is still the most contented. March is still madness and shutdowns still loom.
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The French bulldog sits, stays at the top of U.S. dog owners' hearts
The dog popularly known as the Frenchie has held its crown as America's most popular dog breed for the second year in a row, according to the American Kennel Club.
Do your kids want a dog? Science may be on their side
Kids who have dogs get significantly more physical activity, compared to kids who don't. Researchers followed 600 children over three years, and found young girls got the biggest exercise boost.
Veterinarians say fears about 'mystery' dog illness may be overblown. Here's why
Reports of an "outbreak" of some as yet unidentified canine respiratory illness are scaring dog owners. But veterinarians and researchers aren't panicking.
Could a 'funky' pathogen be sickening dogs? Scientists search for clues
Dogs around the country are becoming sick with an unknown respiratory illness. Some veterinarians are warning dog owners to take precautions. A strange bacterium could be involved.
When disaster strikes, these good boys and girls are your rescue crew
FEMA has 280 certified detection dogs trained to find people in disasters, and it has another 80 that look for human remains. And they are the goodest boys and girls.
We're spending $700 million on pet costumes in the costliest Halloween ever
More U.S. shoppers are buying into Halloween this year, scaring up a new spending record for costumes, decorations, candy and cute outfits for pets.
Presidential pets can breed controversy. A dog was once suspected of being a spy
Historically, pets — everything from birds to cats to dogs — have been part of the White House. And Biden's dog Commander isn't alone. More than a few have ended up embroiled in some controversy.
8 loving ways to honor a pet's memory: Write an obit, grow a garden, dedicate a day
How do you deal with the heartbreak of losing a beloved pet? Our audience shares creative and inspiring ways to process grief — and celebrate the lives of our animal companions.
Owner reunited with her dog that roamed the Atlanta airport for 3 weeks
Maia the dog escaped from her carrier last month while being loaded onto a plane at the busiest airport in the world. An online community banded together to reunite her with her owner.