Dogs
Dogs, known as man's best friend, are one of the most popular pets in the U.S.. Find all the latest stories about adoption, rescue, viral puppy moments, as well as expert advice on canine nutrition and behavior.
Woman arrested after dog tied to porch dies in extreme Las Vegas heat
The female dog, named Abby, was left outside with empty food and water bowls as temperatures soared to 114 degrees, police said.
Owner shows off their "miniature golden retriever" and internet can't cope
"It's a wiener retriever! Or a golden wiener," one user wrote under the post with 7.6 million views. "Can we go with Golden Weetriever?" another added.
Labrador an "only child" for years hates her new golden retriever sibling
"She kept giving us a look of 'How could you do this to me?'" the disgruntled Labrador's owner told Newsweek.
"Spoiled" bulldog gets own air con, stroller and sits in front seat of car
Harry the English bulldog has been spoiled since he was a puppy, dog owner Debra Curtis told Newsweek.
Dog rushing to show owner her new puppies delights internet: "so proud"
The new mother zoomed between her owner and her babies, tail wagging the entire time.
Dog's way of caring for owner with multiple chronic illnesses melts hearts
"Employee of the month," one social media user said of the highly efficient Doberman.
Shock as vet discovers entire bag of dog food in labrador's stomach
"My dog cost me the same when he ate a single mushroom that grew in the yard," one user said.
Happy tears as blind elderly dog sent to shelter after 16 years gets a home
"We will love her with all of our being for the rest of her life," the elderly dog's new owners told Newsweek.
Abandoned dog anesthetized to shave "extremely matted" fur left for years
Shih tzu Pepper was found under a bush and hadn't been groomed for two years.
Hysterics as dog is left alone for 1 minute and gets head stuck: "Help"
"They are all kinda the same. not the brightest candles on a cake but they are loyal and just the coolest breed," one user wrote of bull terriers.
Woman praised for how another fostering "fail" has left her with 5 dogs
"This is why I'm not allowed to foster any more!!! I have foster failed 5 times... we have 9 dogs," said one user on TikTok.
Golden retriever rescued from dog meat trade learns how to be a dog again
"Seeing this just makes me so happy. Thank you for saving another precious dog," wrote a TikTok user. .
German shepherd digs hole and then tries to hide it in hilarious viral clip
"That's not just a hole, that's an escape tunnel," one viewer posted, while another wrote: "I love how she tries to fill in the hole in with her paw first."
"Heroes" rescue 12 puppies trapped under burned home, now reunited with mom
"The 3-month-old puppies went into foster care. They'll be available for adoption after they are spayed/neutered and vaccinated," the dog charity told Newsweek.
Rescue dog who lost eye and half her face to acid attack gets happy ending
"She is always friendly when she meets new kids, women or other dogs and will even jump up on them and give them kisses," the dog's owner told Newsweek.
Hearts break after owner hides camera to see what dog does when he's out
"Ideally, our dogs would settle as we leave and be comfortable napping until we return. But, sometimes, dogs aren't sure why we leave," an expert told Newsweek.
Hilarious clip shows how rescue dog got revenge on mom for taking vacation
"At least the sitter moved the shoes before he got to more," one TikTok user commented.
Puppies left to die in Texas dumpster get new chance at life in viral clip
"You are the best dog mom! You mean the world to those puppies!!" one user said.
Small dog abandoned at infamous "dumping spot" too scared to move for hours
The video's creator told Newsweek of Jana: "She is now being fostered with a nonprofit organization." She had captioned her clip: "Who hurt you sweet girl."
Internet not prepared for reason dog isn't responding to her name—"Help me"
"Dog be like 'the audacity of this woman to laugh and film me instead of helping me first," one user wrote under the video with 9 million views.
Polka-dot puppy melts hearts perfectly copying "101 Dalmatians" scene
"He was in the exact position as the animated puppies in some shots how adorable is that?" one user wrote.
Dog goes missing from Las Vegas home, turns up 330 miles away
Chihuahua terrier mix Ryder ended up at a San Diego shelter after he went missing from a home in Las Vegas. Thankfully, he was reunited with his owner.
Hearts melt as puppy sees owner for the first time after vacation
Jazz Thornton was only gone for a few days, but that was clearly too long for her Cavapoo puppy Billie.
Rescue puppy with rare birth defect defies odds—"Never seen a dog like him"
"Nobody at the foundation had ever seen a dog like him before," Saved Souls Foundation volunteer Maxim Thibodeau told Newsweek.
Hearts melt over puppy's reaction to new home: "Not quite sure"
"Some dogs can settle in remarkably quickly, whereas others can take several months," clinical animal behaviorist Rachel Rodgers told Newsweek.
Labrador caught guarding his toy against hedge trimmer: "ball is life"
"He decided to block the way until I threw the ball, even if that meant getting covered in leaves," Chief's owner told Newsweek.
"Sweet and loving" dog injured in acid attack searching for forever home
"She deserves every possible bit of love and good fortune that comes her way," Kendall Schulz told Newsweek.
Woman who "ruined" wedding by bringing Doberman cheered
"Depriving a family member of their service animal that alerts for health reasons is deplorable," said one commenter on the viral Reddit post.
Top 6 signs you're your dog's favorite person, backed by pet trainer
Dogs are known for being man's best friend, but does your pet feel the same way about you?
Golden Retriever enjoys his first ever "pool party" in adorable video
This week's Pet of the Week is Jinx who recently had his first ever "pool party."