Meet the the Ethiopian Wolf: Africa’s Rarest Canine
Hidden high in the misty mountains of Ethiopia lives one of the world’s most endangered and little-known predators: the Ethiopian wolf. Slender, fiery red, and uniquely adapted to life above…
Hyenas vs. African Painted Dogs: Who’s Who in the African Savanna?
At first glance, hyenas and African painted dogs might seem like they belong to the same crew of wild canines. They both roam the African savanna in highly social packs,…
What Is a Tanuki? Meet the Japanese Raccoon Dog
Tanuki: Japan’s Trickster Spirit of the Forest In the heart of Japanese folklore lives a curious creature both real and mythical—the tanuki, also known as the Japanese raccoon dog. With…
Meet the Dhole
Dholes: Asia’s Elusive Wild Dogs The dhole (Cuon alpinus), also known as the Asiatic wild dog or whistling dog, is one of the most fascinating and underappreciated predators in the…
Meet Hercules and Ned: The Border Collies Keeping a West Virginia Airport Safe
May 27, 2025 Two very special employees are patrolling the runways at West Virginia International Yeager Airport—and they’re covered in fur. Hercules and Ned, a pair of border collies, are…
Meet the Bush Dog
The Secretive Charm of the Bush Dog: A South American Enigma Have you ever heard of a dog that looks a bit like an otter, lives in the rainforest, and…
Meet the African Wild Dog
The Painted Hunters: Unveiling the Extraordinary African Wild Dog The African savanna bursts with vibrant life, and among its most captivating creatures are the African wild dogs, also known as…
From Failed Police Dog to Earthquake Hero: Meet Roger, Taiwan’s Beloved Rescue Dog
Apr 12, 2024 Not every hero wears a cape — some just wag their tails. Meet Roger, an 8-year-old Labrador retriever who has become a national sweetheart in Taiwan. His…
Meet the Dingo
Dingo: Australia’s Wild Dog with a Howling History Australia is famous for its unique wildlife, and the dingo is no exception. These wild dogs, with their reddish-brown fur and piercing…
Your Dog Understands You Better Than You Think, Study Finds
It turns out your dog might be catching more of what you say than you ever realized – and now, scientists have the brainwave data to prove it. Mar 30,…
