Although controversial, my two previous articles about “what your dog breed says about you” have certainly been quite the ...

That changed in the 19th century with the rise of Victorian dog fanciers, who began to codify existing breeds and to invent new ones. Rather than creating skilled working dogs, they aimed to ...

"Make sure your dog is fully vaccinated before letting them contact rats." While Jack Russell Terriers are considered the "best [dog] breed" for catching rats, another noteworthy breed is the ...

Their short, fine coats need very little upkeep, many owners opt for a simple wipe-down with a damp cloth. This makes the breed exceptionally low-maintenance. Rat Terriers are lively, intelligent dogs ...

Researchers found that living with rats "impacts people and their psyche." Rats also breed disease. "They transmit and carry more than 50 zoonotic pathogens and parasites that can make people sick ...

After rats are poisoned in an area, Corrigan says, the survivors simply breed until the burrows are ... Williams shows me animals with fancy coat colors and patterns. She talks about the ...

Rat infestation in many world cities appears to be soaring, especially in Washington, and a new study blames warming temperatures, urbanization and other human actions. A first-of-its-kind examination ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. A rat leaves its burrow at a park in New York City on Sept. 17, 2015. ( AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File) A rat ...

The silky swish of an Afghan Hound’s trot. The impressive bounce of a Puli’s cords. The top knot on a Yorkie’s tiny head! These are just a few of the many styles you may find on a long-haired dog ...

Scientists have some good news for rats and some bad news for city dwellers. Rat populations are rising in cities including Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, reports a study released Friday ...