They might be called the "dog days" of summer, but in areas that experience extreme heat, the outdoors are not the best place for your four-legged friends.

Dogs can remember things they did in the past and repeat actions when told to "do that again." That shows they can form abstract concepts, researchers say.

New research documents boom and bust cycles in both popular baby names and dog breeds. It's a handy way to study evolution, says the researcher.

Tests that quantify changes in dogs suspected of having cognitive decline could also be a model for Alzheimer's disease in people.

Pet obesity is a growing problem – and even a little extra body weight on a dog or cat can lead to health problems.

A veterinary ophthalmologist explains what’s going on.

We’re all aware of the benefits from living with a pet. But over the last decade dogs, horses and cats have been helping people in many new ways as well - including recovery from addiction and trauma.