If you’re a small-dog owner, then you probably have a small-dog-sized chip on your shoulder — just like your little yapper with its Napoleon complex. Yes, small-dog owners are often defensive and for ...

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If you have a small dog, you may wonder if they should come along with you on your hikes. The quick answer is absolutely yes. These little dogs may be short, but they can adventure with the best of ...

Looking to adopt or raise a pet? Get expert tips and tricks right in your inbox from LA Times Studios. Thinking you can’t have a dog just because you live in an apartment? The secret to happy ...

Your Pomeranian may think he's a Doberman, but small-breed dogs need food specifically designed for canines their size. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a ...

If you have a petite pup, a quality dog harness can help reduce the chance of an injury to the neck and throat while also giving you more control on walks. The best dog harnesses for small dogs have ...

Happy little dogs are popular punchlines in Hollywood. In “There’s Something About Mary,” an annoying Border Terrier is repeatedly injured as the characters engage in slapstick antics, until the dog ...

Lost dog finder Dawn McPhillips was flying a drone over Narragansett Dec. 26, searching for a dog that was snatched by a ...

Does size matter? When I pee, it's really not me. I'm always interested in research on all things "dog," and last week a popular essay published on Gizmodo called "Small Dogs Pee Higher to Lie About ...