Somewhere out there, Mother Nature is laughing at us, because she gave one little Shih-Tzu puppy a bark that sounds less like a canine warning and more like a squeaky dog toy trapped inside a furball.

According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), dogs often dream about their daily activities and emotional experiences. When ...

"My 11-year-old Shih-Tzu is an absolute lovebug. However, he's also so overprotective of me that he won't let anyone within 10 feet of me. Whenever a new person comes to the house, he growls and barks ...

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If constant barking drives you up the wall, these 12 quiet dog breeds might be your perfect companions. Known for their ...

Recent coverage of bobcat sightings around Orange County prompted an e-mail from reader Risa Bernstein of Yorba Linda. She passed along this wildlife encounter from 2005: “Hi there, I’m fairly certain ...

"Seven Psychopaths" is a crazy, gory, wild-eyed wack job of a movie that starts with Tarantino-style wiseguy talk, presents a couple of Scorsesian blood brothers, proceeds through lunatic Hollywood ...

Shih Tzu—meaning “lion” or “little lion”—is a toy breed beloved for their lap dog tendencies and fun-loving personalities. The playful pups are excellent family dogs, but pet parents must be devoted ...

If you’ve ever been a pet parent, you’ve probably had the experience of your heart melting from the absolute pureness and sweetness of your furry friend. One instance that stands out to me was when my ...

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — New Hampshire police say a man who broke into his neighbor’s apartment to silence a barking dog ended up getting bitten and arrested. They say a brawl erupted Friday morning when ...