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

New report reveals the top names chosen by North American dog owners and the trends behind them.

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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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 ...

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 ...