Medical experiments on research dogs could be phased out soon -- a change that's based as much on science as ethics. Pressure is coming from within the scientific community as well as from activists, ...

Using your imagination and curiosity is one of life’s greatest joys when used in a healthy way. I invite you to think about something fun: “What type of dog are you most like?” It’s interesting how ...

Commentary: Sentient beings of all species need to feel needed, but people are saddling their pooches with responsibilities for which they are totally unsuited.

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. I was standing near a store entrance when I heard it: yelping and barking ...

I first met Joe when he was six years old, having spent his entire life attached by a heavy logging chain to a hollowed-out air conditioning unit in a backyard in Virginia. His surroundings more ...

Since I became an adult, the list of things that I feel fairly confident will never happen to me has grown with each passing year: I will never win the lottery (I don’t buy tickets) or become a famous ...

A prevailing myth in America lies in the widespread belief that Uncle Sam takes care of everything for veterans. For healthcare and other needs the government covers all the costs, right? Not true.

The dog parks in greater Augusta all have hoses or water distribution systems for dogs to fill up bowls or do cleanup. Also, they have a little fenced entranceway where one can bring one’s dog in ...