According to Lavelle there are some “really fun dog name trends” going on this year; for example, food-inspired names are ...

Move over, Fido! According to the stats, it hasn't ranked among the top 10 dog names in years. The American Kennel Club ...

Small but full of personality, these spunky pups take first place as the most popular breed for the third year in a row. They’ve climbed the rankings over the last decade: In 2012, they were only ...

Popular dog breeds tend to earn that title for a reason. While each has its own unique characteristics, these pets tend to be sweet, easy to train, loyal and, of course, incredibly adorable. Besides ...

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Dogs have always been a central part of American life, but not all breeds earn the same level of affection. Some are loved ...

Find out which dog names are most popular in Illinois, from classic picks to human-inspired trends, based on the latest pet data. These days, it’s hard to walk your dog without hearing familiar names ...

Of the 13,171 dog intakes as of Monday in 2025, the most common breed is the American pit bull terrier, followed by ...

Pop culture presents the usual suspects when it comes to canine companions. Golden retrievers, German shepherds, Labradors, and poodles, to name a few, are easy to spot and name both on screen and on ...