News &amp; Views

Skinny Dogs Elicit Comments

Visible ribs can lead to criticism

When Dogs Make You Late

Counting the ways dogs have made people late.

Dog Aggression vs Lack of Social Skills

The transformation of Katie.

By Shirley Zindler

Dog Walk Encounters: Give My Dog Space!

When people don’t recognize evasive actions.

Can Anybody Care for Your Dog Like You Do?

The challenges of leaving your dog with someone else

Pack Dog: Five Reasons My Dog Wears a Backpack

By Heather McKinnon

In Lieu of Gifts: Humane Giving

Celebrate the big day with charity.

By The Bark

Astronaut Leland Melvin's Dogs

By The Bark

Arson Dogs Sniff Out Intentional Fires

These canines instantly detect what takes a crime lab months to identify.

Fourth Canine Mayor in Kentucky Town

Pit Bull triumphs over Australian Shepherd and Border Collie

Crazy Dog Laws

Surprising legislation about our best friends

First Full-Service Airport Veterinary Hospital

New York's JFK airport unveils comprehensive veterinary services on the tarmac.

Best Practices for a Canine-Friendly Workplace

Whistle (and bark) while you work

By Cameron Woo

Dog Park Honors Fallen Marine

Parker, Colorado gets its first off leash space while paying tribute to a local Marine and dog trainer.

Bark Editors

Summer of Love Redux

By Claudia Kawczynska

AZ Bill Aims to Protect Dogs in Hot Cars

By Jodie Snyder

First Dog Breeders

Siberian hunter-gatherers may have bred canines for pulling sleds and hunting polar bears.

A Ninety-Pound Dachshund Mix

Were your dog’s DNA results just as unbelievable?

Standard Tick Advice May Put Us At Risk

Research shows that the pesky insects can infect in less than 24 hours.