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Scientists have decoded the complete genome of the domestic dog, a milestone announced Wednesday that provides a biological roadmap for unraveling human diseases and probing the mysterious bond ...

Finally, Fido has a proper family tree. Genetic researchers have assembled the most definitive evolutionary tree of dogs using gene sequences from 161 modern breeds. The map of dog breeds and how they ...

Dogs are falling sick with a mystery illness across the United States, with cases being recorded in at least 11 states, according to reports. Health officials have confirmed instances of the ...

Researchers have successfully mapped the dog epigenome, opening the door to an improved understanding of how environmental factors influence their genetic expression, as well as ours. Epigenetics is ...

First came working dogs — breeds that could guard or herd livestock. Later came the hunting dogs. And all those cute little fluffballs like Pomeranians and Papillons? Thank a single import of a pug ...

An unusual respiratory illness in dogs has been reported in at least 14 states. The mystery illness began circulating in parts of Oregon earlier this year, according to the American Veterinary Medical ...