Alaskan Huskies are not Siberian Huskies. In fact, they aren’t technically a breed, per se, but more of a dog type, according to ASPCA Pet Health Insurance. Some of the official breeds believed to ...

The oldest dog breeds have been around for centuries, but they’re still as loyal and lovable as ever. Meet 17 of our ...

It gives new meaning to dog years. Various types of sled dogs have been used by humans across the Arctic for almost 10,000 years, but new research reveals one particular type to be the oldest ...

Balto and his owner, Gunnar Kasson, circa 1925. (Image credit: Cleveland Public Library/Photograph Collection) After Balto died in 1933 at the Cleveland Zoo, his taxidermy mount was put on display at ...

“ Rottweilers are a great example of a strong dog breed. These big dogs were bred to guard, so they need to be physically intimidating and have the strength to fend off would-be intruders. Alaskan ...

DNA from the legendary husky whose achievements in part inspired the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is helping reveal how the intrepid canine—named Balto—and his contemporaries could survive and succeed ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Laura holds ...

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The Sakha people of Siberia used Yakutian Laika dogs for just about everything including hunting, companionship and of course, sledding. In fact, the Yakutian Laika Club of America says the Sakha were ...