Extending a helping paw

For tens of thousands of years, dogs have been eager and willing companions, happily performing tasks ranging from herding cattle to warming a lap.

Native dog breeds risk extinction

One of Britain's oldest native dog breeds - the English setter - is at risk of extinction, says the UK Kennel Club.

Money: Things to consider when buying a pet

Anica Wong Creators.com Dalmatian or Golden retriever? Bunny or guinea pig? Tabby or Siamese? These are usually the type of questions people consider when they decide they want to add a furry friend to their family. But what they really should be ...

Nathan Wolfe: The Viral Storm

Everyone recognizes the raw power that pandemics have to sweep through human populations and seemingly kill indiscriminately. Yet, given the importance of these events, large questions remain remarkably opaque.