Bringing home a new pup is always exciting, and if your latest furry friend happens to have a sleek, shiny black coat, then congratulations—you've officially hit the dog jackpot! Of course, you'll ...

Just as blue-eyed humans are relatively rare, blue-eyed dogs are very uncommon among the general population—in fact, they're even rarer. While some 8-10% of people in the world have blue eyes, only ...

The days of naming your pup Spot or Bandit might be over. Nowadays, pet owners are picking more human-like names for their furry friends, and the data shows. In 2024, life insurance company MetLife ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Naming a pet is a venerated family tradition. In case ...

The American Kennel Club released its annual list of most popular dog names, and Max and Luna have beaten other contestants to claim the top spot. The not-for-profit organization, which touts itself ...

Ireland is a country with a rich culture and a long and storied history dating back thousands of years. While the Irish people have endured much over the years, their culture remains influential ...

Kittens are simultaneously sweet and chaotic, jumping from snuggly and adorable to hyperactive and wild in the blink of an ...

One thing that many pet parents don’t thinkin about when choosing a name is how it will age. A pet name that sounds perfect for a puppy may not be the best for them as they grow into an adult dog. The ...

King Arthur, Buddy Holly and the Sundance Kid have one thing in common: They’ve all been best in show. Dogs must meet strict breed standards to compete for the title. But when it comes to names, ...

The American Kennel Club released its annual list of the most popular dog names, which continues the canines registered with the organization Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been ...