Dogs who perform service work undergo extensive training. Because of their intelligence and desire to please, Labrador Retrievers are often chosen for these positions. However, these loyal dogs are ...

Dogs Inc. serves people from all over the U.S., pairing them with their perfect pup at no cost, complete with lifetime ...

Officer Avila pets guide dogs in training at the Mission police station on Aug. 3, 2024. Photo by Abigail Van Neely. BART passengers finally had something to smile about last weekend, when a dozen ...

The friendly nature of Labrador Retrievers comes with the disadvantage of food-sensitive skin allergies that affect these dogs. The main symptoms of food allergies in this breed include persistent ...

The San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport was filled with the patter of paws on Saturday as 15 guide dogs in training got a lesson in social interaction and airport etiquette. The Guide Dogs for the ...

The Seeing Eye, a nonprofit based in New Jersey, relies on volunteers to raise puppies to become future guide dogs for people who are blind. A visit to a New Jersey fair decades ago proved ...

Floppy ears, big eyes, tender paws and earnest faces—puppies evoke an instant cuddle response in humans. But they can also change lives. That's the case for Katie McCoy, 33. Born with a genetic eye ...

Elijah Barbour owns and operates Folded Wing Kennels, which is based in Alaska and focuses on producing versatile and well-rounded hunting dogs through quality and effective training. But during the ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67-year-old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog ...

Ralph, a golden retriever-labrador cross, was sponsored by Ovenu franchisees through Guide Dogs’ Name a Puppy scheme, which ...

Is your favorite furry friend a top pick? The French bulldog is the American Kennel Club's top dog for the third straight year! The AKC this week announced the top three dog breeds are French bulldogs ...