Dogs were first domesticated between 20,000 and 40,000 years ago, and humanity has not been shy about selectively breeding traits they find practical for survival or even just aesthetically pleasing.

What are the rarest types of cats? We've done the research! Jump in to read about the ultimately rarest breeds of cats! With ...

Discover ten rare dog breeds with unique traits and fascinating histories, from the resilient Chinook sled dog to the elegant Azawakh from West Africa. These breeds, such as the ancient Mexican ...

It's the festive season, and we're accustomed to seeing huskies pulling sleds in Christmas films or frolicking in the snow in charming photos. Pets 4 Homes reports that while these adorable dogs ...

The Chocolate Lab is a medium-to-large sporting breed and is considered the rarest of the Labrador Retriever coat colors ...

Any dog coming into this world would have to get ... a Dandie Dinmont Terrier – one of Scotland’s most rare breeds, classed as a vulnerable native breed due to their decreasing numbers.

While you’ve likely heard of the ragdoll and the Persian, there are many types of rare cat breeds that you may never have come across before — and all of them make wonderful companions.

Peter MacQueen heads to the stunning Isle of Skye on a mission to track down one of the rarest dog breeds in the world - the Skye Terrier.

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