Researchers say adults are increasingly disconnected from small children in daily life. Pets — especially dogs — are stepping in to fill that emotional space. Julian Stratenschulte/dpa A dog in a tiny ...

A global rise in dog ownership worldwide reflects a growing desire to nurture without the demands of raising children, researchers have suggested. Academics found that much of Europe, North America, ...

The judge concluded that Patrycja Siarek should serve a 12-month sentence, or 340 days, and gave 20 days credit for pre-sentence custody.

CHILTON COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - Authorities in Alabama said a child was killed and his grandmother was injured in a dog attack Tuesday evening. The Chilton County Sheriff’s Office said ...

Dogs are more than just a pets for countless families they are our loyal companions, protectors, and most beloved part of the family. For children, the presence of a dog can be profoundly ...

(KRON) — Someone stole a dog that had previously attacked a child in Oakland, city officials said. The dog was deemed as “vicious” for “attacking and seriously injuring a child,” a deputy city ...

JOLIET, Ill. (WLS) -- Will County authorities are using a dog trained to sniff out hidden electronics to catch people suspected of manufacturing or distributing child porn. Cache, a 2-year-old black ...

A traditional Japanese festival is being adapted for poodles and Pomeranians, amid a booming pet industry and a dearth of ...

While many families found comfort and companionship in their lockdown puppies, new research shows that the joy often came with safety risks, added stress, and uneven benefits across children and ...

Amber Rodriguez said her daughter was drawn to him because he seemed older, sad and overlooked among the younger dogs.