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The French Bulldog and Lhasa Apso are just two of the dog breeds whose daily exercise needs are easily satisfied.

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Cockapoo dog in grass Who hasn’t wondered, “Why does my pet eat grass?” There are many reasons your dog craves a taste of the great outdoors. When you should worry ›

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Anesthesia concerns cause many pet owners to put off dental cleanings, but preventive care is important to your pet's overall health. What to expect ›

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TRICK OF THE DAY

Digging is not only a natural behavior, it can be extremely rewarding for dogs. Sometimes there's no rhyme or reason to why he tears up the yard, but chances are he's bored and has pent-up energy. End this bad habit ›

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Breed Spotlight

Toy - Havanese
- Breed Group: Toy
- Height: 8.5 to 11.5 inches at the shoulder
- Weight: 7 to 13 pounds
- Life Span: 14 to 15 years
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Toy - Italian Greyhound
- Breed Group: Toy
- Height: 13 to 15 inches at the shoulder
- Weight: 7 to 15 pounds
- Life Span: 12 to 15 years
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Toy - Papillon
- Breed Group: Toy
- Height: 8 to 11 inches at the shoulder
- Weight: 3 to 12 pounds
- Life Span: 13 to 17 years
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Sporting - Labrador Retriever
- Breed Group: Sporting
- Height: 21.5 to 24.5 inch. at shoulder
- Weight: 55 to 80 pounds
- Life Span: 10 to 13 years
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Working - Newfoundland
- Breed Group: Working
- Height: 26 to 28 inches at the shoulder
- Weight: 100 to 150 pounds
- Life Span: 8 to 10 years
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Working - Mastiff
- Breed Group: Working
- Height: 27.5 to 30 inches or more at the shoulder
- Weight: 120 to 230 pounds
- Life Span: 8 to 10 years
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Working - Great Dane
- Breed Group: Working
- Height: 28 to 32 inches or more at the shoulder
- Weight: 110 to 190 pounds
- Life Span: 7 to 10 years
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Mixes and More - Leonberger
- Breed Group: Mixes and More
- Height: 25.5 to 31.5 inches at the shoulder
- Weight: 120 to 170 pounds
- Life Span: 6 to 8 years
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Non-Sporting - Lhasa Apso
- Breed Group: Non-Sporting
- Height: 10 to 11 inches at the shoulder
- Weight: 12 to 18 pounds
- Life Span: 12 to 15 or more years
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Herding - Old English Sheepdog
- Breed Group: Herding
- Height: 21 inches and up at the shoulder
- Weight: 60 to 100 pounds
- Life Span: 10 to 12 years
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Did You Know

Veterinary medicine has extended the life expectancy of dogs. In general, the smaller the dog, the longer he lives. Toy breeds live up to 16 years or more. Larger breeds average 7 to 12 years.

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Dog Rescued From Fast-Moving River

Firefighters saved a Golden Retriever named Sam from being swept away by a New Hampshire river.

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Blind Pup and Her Guide Need Home

Sarah, a blind Chihuahua, and her seeing-eye dog Max are looking for a family to adopt them.

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Cameras Capture Cats' Secret Lives

A University of Georgia researcher equipped pet cats with tiny cameras to record their outdoor adventures.

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How a Dog's Nose Can Save a Life

From sniffing out cancer to scenting seizures, pups are using their sense of smell to detect human health issues.

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Tricks for Getting a Cat Out of a Tree

If your kitty is stuck in your dogwood, don't call 911 right away. She'll likely climb down when she's…

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4 Reasons Why Dogs Eat Grass

Your pup might be sampling the lawn, says Dr. Patty Khuly, because he thinks it’s fun or to soothe an upset…

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When to Say Yes to a Diagnostic Test

Dr. Nancy Kay offers common-sense advice for making decisions about which diagnostic options to pursue.

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The Best Time of Day to Train a Dog

A reader asks Mikkel Becker when he should train his exuberant pup: before or after they go on a walk?

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Helpful Kitty Does the Dishes

Your dog will happily lap the food off your plate, but he won't scrub the pots and pans like this cat.

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He’s an Easygoing, Gentle Giant

Though he matures slowly, the confident Greater Swiss Mountain Dog works hard at guarding and herding livestock.

Why he’s a born watchdog ›