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Dogs vs. cats — the age-old debate continues even today! Whether a cat or dog fan, we all think our critter of choice is the best, the smartest; however, a new study explains dogs are smarter than cats. Don’t tell…

Find out why the CDC reports a high pet-related injury rate in the U.S. and how to prevent injuries around the home with your dog. If you’ve tripped over your pup or his squeaky toys recently, you’re in good company….

See the crazy things dogs have discovered and ingested and let it be a reminder to watch your pup and consider what he can get into when out of your sight. Back in 2010, VPI Pet Insurance was in the…

Dogs can persuade better than most, which makes them star performers in all kinds of ads. Learn about one that stands above the rest – adorable Harvey the pup superstar from British TV ads. Have you heard about Harvey the…

We’ve all heard about a dog’s mighty nose, but there’s more to it. Dogs use their amazing sense of smell to sniff other pups’ breath in order to find food. Of all the places dogs love to sniff, the snout…

Some dogs are simply brainier than others. See the list of smartest dogs by breed — and those with mixed breeds, get out your calculators! For someone who chases his tail all day, “genius” may be too big a word. But just…

Believe it or not, dogs understand our pointing gestures as well as human children; understanding this visual cue requires little to no learning time. You didn’t imagine it. Your dog actually looked in the direction you pointed to with your…

Learn how your dog can get certified to become a therapy dog and share her good vibes and companionship with people who need her. Like so many Americans are doing these days, it’s time for your dog to train for…

Most people think our dog’s licks are just like our ‘kisses’, but there’s more to them. Read on to learn the meaning behind your dog’s licks. It’s kind of gross, but somehow we treasure a kiss from our dog. Sure,…

Is your dog left-pawed or right-pawed, or does she show any paw preference at all? And what does it mean if she shows a preference for using one paw over another? Interestingly enough, dogs and many other animals are are right-…