When does it stop? At what point does the search for ever cheaper food come up against the obstacle of legitimate concern for animal welfare? The answer should be: some time ago. When does it stop? At ...

Selective breeding has dramatically transformed dogs over the last 100 years, often at the expense of their health. Modern standards have led to exaggerated physical traits in breeds like Pugs, ...

A species is a group of organisms that interbreed to produce fertile offspring. Selective breeding is when organisms are deliberately bred so their offspring have the desirable characteristics.

English Bulldogs are loving family dogs. But as a breed they suffer from health problems Crossing the English Bulldog with another breed is the best way to ensure its survival, scientists have argued.

Dogs are a weird bunch. They range in size from bearish behemoths to pipsqueaks like Milly, a Chihuahua holds the Guinness record for World’s Shortest Dog at less than four inches. Some breeds are ...

Boris Johnson's Jack Russell and the corgis adored by the queen may have more, or less, in common than just famous owners. A study has found that the reason dog breeds behave very differently to one ...

Over the last 100 years, dogs have changed dramatically, all thanks to selective breeding. Once valued mainly for their abilities and roles as working companions, today's dogs often show exaggerated ...