After three decades at the top, the Labrador Retriever has been overtaken by the French Bulldog as America's favorite breed — a shift that says as much about city living and small-space trends as it does about breed fashion. The report highlights rising demand for compact, low-exercise companions and raises fresh questions about breeding pressures and health trade-offs as popularity surges. If you live in an apartment, have a soft spot for smooshy faces, or follow breed-health debates, this change matters — expect more Frenchie mixes, more demand for vet expertise on brachycephalic care, and more tiny-sofa selfies in your timeline.

A new study suggests people disturb dogs' sleep more than the reverse, especially when pups share beds — a reminder that nighttime cuddles can come with hidden costs for your dog's rest. Read the findings.

Researchers report that larger breeds and males show faster molecular aging, offering a biological clue for why big dogs tend to die younger and pointing toward breed-specific care strategies. Here's what they measured.

The UK animal poison helpline logged 633 calls about pets exposed to recreational drugs and nicotine so far in 2025, a worrying jump that underlines how household substances and nightlife can end up harming curious dogs. Safety tips and trends.