But not every pup behaves so reliably, which is why leash rules exist in many residential communities and public spaces.

Weighing about 60 pounds, Boone is a playful pup with a big personality who quickly wins over everyone he meets.

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A Bernese mountain dog and Labrador mix has left internet onlookers stunned by its unique appearance. Dogs are well known for striking variations in both their shape and size, and this particular case ...

Two months after adoption lovable Lab mix Sammy from a rescue organization, his new family discovered he had a birth defect in his back legs that was affecting his mobility. They tried surgery to help ...

Zoey, a 3-year-old Labrador retriever/German shepherd mix, has an "enormous" tongue that is longer than a soda can Bailey Richards is a writer-reporter at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since ...

Keeping your dog safe is a full-time job, no matter where you live. Even in the sleepy suburbs, any number of freak accidents can happen. This is why it's important to be alert and mindful when it ...