Tucson medical startup CATS Tonometer has won federal clearance to market a disposable version of its device to measure internal eye pressure, with plans to start selling the instrument this fall. The ...

Every year on Aug. 26, National Dog Day is observed to celebrate the love, loyalty and companionship that dogs bring to our lives. Whether they're pets, service animals, police dogs or rescue dogs, ...

DNA analysis, radiocarbon dating, and advanced measuring techniques are helping scientists learn where dogs came from and when they became our best friends. Our relationship with dogs goes back tens ...

Over the past couple of decades, dogs have evolved into humans. Well, at least that’s how we think of them now. Some 97 percent of U.S. pet owners consider dogs (or other pets) part of their families.

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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is doubling down on her decision to shoot and kill her 14-month-old dog, Cricket, 20 years ago, saying that she shot the “dangerous” dog in order to protect her children.

It's likely no surprise to dog owners, but growing research suggests that man's best friend often acts more human than canine. Social eavesdropping—or people-watching—is central to human social ...

Nearly a million more pets are crowding the nation’s animal shelters and facilities compared to three years ago, with more dogs than cats euthanized last year for the first time since one major animal ...

The best couches for dogs are made from pet-friendly materials that hold up to wear and tear while still looking stylish. In addition to the fabric, it’s also important to consider the frame material ...

Man's best friend is increasingly being abandoned on the street, often by people facing financial hardships who can no longer afford to feed or house them. "Animal shelters generally reflect what is ...

Constant phone calls from desperate pet owners. Hallways full of temporary dog crates. Fewer adoptions. Animal shelters across the U.S. are overwhelmed and overflowing. With more workers heading back ...