The question many pet owners ask is: are pedigree dogs better than mixed-breed dogs? Pedigrees are purebred dog breeds, meaning both of their parents are of the same breed. To be an official pedigree, ...

For decades pedigree dogs and cats have been prized for their looks, lineage and predictability. But when it comes to long ...

Pure-bred dogs have been regarded as superior to crossbreeds or what some people refer to as mutts. However, we now understand that producing purebred dogs has drawbacks. The lack of variety in the ...

LONDON (Reuters) - The health of pedigree dogs is being put at risk by breeders seeking "fashionable" characteristics, an independent report said on Thursday, calling for widespread changes to ...

With their smushed-in faces and button noses, French bulldogs, pugs and bulldogs are among the most popular breeds in the U.S. But their stout stature has a dark side: the breeds are prone to health ...