While some people seek quiet canine companions, other dog owners prefer a pup with something to say. And these dogs have plenty to talk about!

We asked 218 veterinary professionals which popular breeds they deemed most talkative, and these 12 were at the top of the list. Although it's important to keep in mind that many dogs can be louder than average if allowed to become nuisance barkers, these dogs are known for being rather vocal. Did your favorite talkative dog make the list? Read more...

Dogs are more than man's best friend: They may be partners in humans' evolutionary journey, according to a new study.

The study shows that dogs split from gray wolves about 32,000 years ago, and that since then, domestic dogs' brains and digestive organs have evolved in ways very similar to the brains and organs of humans. Read full article...

Schoep, the arthritic dog who became an Internet sensation last summer when he was photographed floating peacefully in Lake Superior in his owner’s arms, has passed away. Read full article...