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Shutterstock Some dogs are so rare that even lifelong dog lovers might never get the chance to see one in person. Some unique breeds fly under the radar, quietly being just as lovable—if not even more fascinating. These rare breeds have incredible histories, unique looks, and personalities that make them stand out from the crowd. You might just find yourself falling in love with one of these rare pups and wishing they were more common—because honestly, the world needs more of these amazing dogs! Mudi Shutterstock The Mudi (pronounced “Moody”—but they’re not moody!) is a rare Hungarian herding breed that…

A vet has shared a heartbreaking message to owners whose pets are being euthanised.Paige Freshwater and Ewan Mowat Deputy Lifestyle, Trends, & Showbiz Editor15:11, 13 Aug 2025A vet has issued a desperate plea for dog owners who are having their pets put down(Image: Justin Paget/Getty Images)Saying farewell to a pet is heart-wrenching, but the knowledge that they’re no longer suffering can provide some solace. While many owners find it difficult to witness their dog’s final moments, some choose to avoid the situation entirely and wait outside the room until it’s over.However, despite the emotional toll it may take on you,…

Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. It’s a dark and stormy night and you’ve suddenly found yourself swept off of your wooden vessel into the wild Atlantic Ocean. It’s 1893, so your woolen clothes are pulling you down to Davy Jones’ locker. What kind of dog would want to rescue you? Chances are, you’re not hoping for a bulldog or pug. You’d probably want a big, warm, and powerful canine. A dog like a Newfoundland. Fast forward to 2025, specifically to Connecticut’s Mystic River, and a man in a rowboat is calling…

We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article.1PugDragica AndjelicDeveloped some 2,000 years ago as the canine companion to Chinese emperors, Pugs are beloved by their many fans across the globe as the clowns of the dog world. Charming and mischievous, their big, bulgy eyes and wrinkled brows give Pugs human facial expressions. They famously love food, barking and dancing like a dervish at dinnertime, and absolutely hate having their feet touched. Dr. Taketani says of this melodramatic breed: “Screams during nail trims, and some will actually die on that no nail trim hill.”Group: ToyHeight: 10-13…

It is a busy time of year with Christmas just weeks awayIt’s especially relevant at this time of year(Image: Sue Thatcher via Getty Images)Royal Mail is urging dog owners to take specific measures – or risk having their post “suspended” after thousands of postal workers were attacked by dogs over the past year alone. Some delivery staff have suffered life-changing injuries, prompting Royal Mail to make a direct appeal to pet owners to “please help us protect your postie”.The company warns that mail delivery can be halted, albeit temporarily, if a dog is roaming free outside a property. This reminder…

The icon indicates free access to the linked research on JSTOR. In April 1905, the Ladies’ Kennel Association put on a special show with an unusual guest: a visitor from the Chinese embassy, invited to judge the club members’ beloved Pekingese dogs. What followed, however, has been described as “a pantomime of manners,” as the silk-robed Wang Yun and his British hostesses butted heads over what counted as a good dog. Blocked from membership in the men-only Kennel Club, the upper-class women dominating the peke-breeding world comically “attempted to teach a Chinese man what to look for in a Pekingese dog…

As their name suggests, the rarest dog breeds in the world are, in fact, pretty hard to come by. Yes, we’ve all heard of Labradors, French Bulldogs and the loveable and loyal German Shepherds. But how about the muscular Azawakhs, the active Mudis or the hairless Xoloitzcuintlis? Canines have been around for thousands of years with some of the oldest dog breeds dating back to the end of the Ice Age, more than 11,000 years ago. But over time, whether it’s due to health problems, lack of breeding or world events, certain dog breeds have become so rare they’re only…

A vet has shared three of the most common ‘mistakes’ he sees dog owners continually making – and they could have serious repercussions for your dog’s healthJess Flaherty Senior News Reporter14:51, 17 Sep 2025There’s a number of ‘mistakes’ the vet sees owners continuing to make (stock image)(Image: Westend61 via Getty Images)A vet has highlighted three frequent “mistakes” he witnesses among dog owners, and has called upon people to be aware of them before they escalate into more serious issues. Choosing to get a dog is an enormous decision that triggers a substantial lifestyle transformation.While dogs bring numerous benefits to their…

How did the experiment to integrate miniature pinschers into operational missions begin? What happens when a dog is wounded in war? When do ethical dilemmas arise, and how deep is the bond between a soldier and their dog? Two Oketz veterans set out on a journey through the history of the IDF’s canine unit. The result is a book filled with vivid stories from life inside this unique special forces unit.In Operation Wild Landscape in 1997, a dog named Clay managed to locate terrorists, and IDF forces killed them. The bodies were brought back to Israel, and one of them…

A wealthy Benhaluru-based dog collector by the name of S Sathish, 51, recently made headlines when he bought what is said to be the most expensive dog in the world. The absolutely stunning pup cost over a cool 5.8 million dollars.Not only is this dog ridiculously expensive, but they’re said to be a first and only of their kind.In the above video shared to the TikTok account for @aasnz4, the caption reads, “Meet Cadabomb, the world’s most expensive dog worth $5.7 million.This 8-month-old, 80-kilogram wolf-Caucasian Shepherd hybrid is the first of his kind. He was recently bought by an Indian…