The relationship between dogs and their human companions is almost as deep as the bond that parents share with their kids. It’s no wonder that the quote “dogs prepare you for babies” has been doing ...

Babies who grow up around dogs are less likely to develop childhood asthma, according to new research. But growing up with cats does not seem to have the same effect, say scientists. Researchers found ...

A devoted dog mum has ruffled fur online with her wild take on pups in public. She believes dogs should be allowed everywhere babies can go. A clip of her speaking on the topic was posted to Subway ...

In recent years, birth rates have dropped steadily across the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and parts of South and Central America. At the same time, dog ownership is on the rise. Around 70% of ...

If someone could perfectly define what unconditional love looks like, it would be our fur babies. Dogs have a natural instinct to protect their owners, especially when there’s a child in the family.

My dog, Ted, was adopted from Fur Babies Rescue & Referral Inc. I interviewed Sherry Steinlein, who is currently a foster parent to several dogs and fostered Ted before he became part of our family. I ...

New babies are a bundle of joy, as the saying goes. But bringing an infant home can also be a chaotic time for parents — and pups— alike. Twitter user @misguidedsoul7 shares his experience of coming ...

Married couples communicate as though they are talking to babies or dogs, according to a study published last month in the journal Applied Animal Behaviour Science. Getty Images They’re mutts about ...

Babies exposed to dog allergens in the home have a lower risk of developing asthma by the age of five years, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in ...

(Reuters) - Dogs are no longer just man's best friend - the furry family members may also protect infants against breathing problems and infections, according to a European study. July 10, 2012, 12:27 ...

Bringing home a new puppy can be filled with excitement — and challenges. While the cute factor of puppies and young dogs can make us melt, some of their behaviors can drive us crazy. From nipping and ...

Domestic dogs are very different from their wolf ancestors in their bodies and their behaviour. They’re more docile for a start. But man’s best friend has also evolved a curious sensitivity to our ...