A study showed that cats are less likely to "help" in pro-social situations than dogs or toddlers. Cat lovers have thoughts ...

Source: kitty.green66/Flickr (CC BY-SA 2.0) I was listening to a radio talk show in which the afternoon's topic was "animal abuse." One woman called in to suggest that she had an idea that she ...

Domestication has made cats and dogs more diverse, but also curiously alike—with serious implications for their health and welfare, new research shows. At first glance, Persian cats and pugs don't ...

Everyone knows that dogs are a man’s best friend—but cats can be great companions too. What does the research say about well-being differences between cat and dog owners? So, is the debate settled?

Although more common in dogs, 4 in 10 pet cats also choose to play fetch with their owners, researchers report. Although more common in dogs, 4 in 10 pet cats also choose to play fetch with their ...

They're often considered mortal enemies, but can canines and felines actually be friends? Here's what you should know. They’re fighting like cats and dogs. How often have you heard that phrase to ...

Many everyday foods that are perfectly safe for humans can be toxic to dogs and cats. Learn which common kitchen staples such ...

Dogs are better than cats. (Yeah, we said it.) We’re not going to apologize, as there are plenty of reasons why we think it’s true. Of course, this is a subjective matter, so feel free to move along ...

The age-old battle of cats versus dogs. There are reasons to love them both, but whichever you prefer more may be telling of your personality, according to psychology. Just like dogs and cats behave ...

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A total of 17 animal shelters across New Mexico will receive a portion of $2 million to improve the care ...