Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You've probably heard that purebred dogs aren't as healthy as mixed breeds. It sounds logical-more genetic diversity should mean ...

Think mutts are healthier? Science agrees! Discover the genetic power of hybrid vigor and why mixed-breed dogs frequently ...

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Golden Retrievers are America’s third most popular dog, beloved for their friendly nature and classic good looks. But how can ...

One of the easiest ways to start an argument among people who own dogs as pets is to raise the issue "Which is better, a purebred or a mixed-breed dog?" In such an argument the mixed-breed advocates ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Shelters across America have experienced potential pet owners only ...

The "tough mutt" phenomenon is well known among dog owners. The thinking goes that a dog with one or more breeds mixed into its genetic recipe is going to be healthier and more able to fight off a ...

Labradoodles, puggles, dorgis, cavoodles, cavapoos: Whatever you call them, there's no escaping the explosion of designer crossbreeds parading along our streets and through our dog parks these days.

The American Kennel Club (AKC®) is proud to announce the creation of the AKC National Champion (ANC) title, a new prefix ...

Designer dogs such as the Labradoodle are extremely popular, but according to a study, they show behavioral problems more ...

One of the easiest ways to start an argument among people who own dogs as pets is to raise the issue "Which is better, a purebred or a mixed-breed dog?" In such an argument the mixed-breed advocates ...