Hound dog breeds are amongst the oldest dog groups in the world, having been used by humans since almost the dawn of time to help them track prey. And while their acute sight and scenting powers still ...

Fenek is a Maltese breed of hunting dog. It is traditionally used for rabbit-hunting in the rocky terrain of the islands; the Maltese name means "rabbit dog". Christian Ortiz and his Pharaoh Hound, ...

All dogs are good dogs, of course. Whether they're big, small, short or tall, there's nothing having like a furry friend. And that wide variety of traits is just one of the things that makes dogs so ...

Imagine a dog breed so loyal and hardworking for centuries that it became a symbol of an entire state. The Plott Hound, the official North Carolina state dog, is more than just a breed, as it's a ...

Thinking about adopting a sighthound soon? Want to learn a bit more about what makes a sighthound, a sighthound? Heck, maybe you're just a canine enthusiast looking to brush up on your dog knowledge.

This story was originally produced by the New Hampshire Bulletin, an independent local newsroom that allows NHPR and other outlets to republish its reporting. After nearly 10 miles of snowshoed steps, ...