A new study based on thousands of DNA sequences and owner surveys finds that less than 10% of a dog's behavior — like howling, herding or retrieving — can be explained by its breed.

Least-Behaved Dog Breeds 1. Siberian Husky. Siberian husky’s score: 0 out of 100. The worst behaved dog on the list is the Siberian husky due to its inability to follow an owner’s commands.

Throughout their long history, Qimmit have remained working dogs–still almost exclusively bred by mushers to pull sleds for ...

The Australian shepherd ranked as the top dog breed in 10 states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Missouri, Montana, New York and Virginia.

The American Kennel Club website describes the ideal form and temperament of 204 dog breeds, from the affenpinscher (“loyal, curious and famously amusing”) to the Yorkshire terrier (“feisty ...

Munden said any dog breed is suitable for apartments. She urged future dog owners to not focus on the breed, but on the qualities they need a dog to have to comfortably live in their home.

The gene for a growth hormone known as insulinlike growth factor-1 is a key determinant of a dog’s body size. Small breeds and large breeds generally have different versions of the gene.