Christmas cheer is in the air, and dogs across the world are already in the holiday spirit. Pictures captured of man's best friend around the globe include everything from dogs dressed as Santa ...

A PET scan is often used to help determine a cancer diagnosis. A positron emission tomography (PET) scan uses a tracer with low levels of radiation to find places in your body where cells are ...

Pale gums could signal a medical emergency and dogs should be seen by a vet as soon as possible. Normal dog gums are pink in color and moist to the touch. Causes of pale gums range from internal ...

In the abandoned lands surrounding the Chernobyl nuclear disaster site, something unexpected is happening. Amid decaying buildings and lingering radiation, Chernobyl dogs are not just surviving — they ...

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I say this a lot, but only because it's so true: We humans do not deserve dogs. They are able to love and accept others in a way that most people simply haven't mastered, and the way that they can be ...

Dog bite treatment starts with basic first aid: stop the bleeding, clean the wound, and cover it with a clean bandage. Bites that are deep, bleeding heavily, or are on the face or hands require ...

We’ll be doing more in-depth testing in a future update. December 2024 Giving your dog a new toy is an exercise in natural selection. No matter how cute or pricey it is, there’s some chance ...