Bing the Great Dane, co-star of the movie The Friend with Naomi Watts and Bill Murray, was already a veteran of dog shows and sports competitions before his film debut.

In ancient times, people bred a now extinct breed called the Wooly Dog for their fur.

Winston Churchill once wrote a poem in honor of his daughter Mary's Pug puppy named Punch.

If you're stressed or tired, experts suggest you postpone your dog training session to another time.

The name of the dog in How the Grinch Stole Christmas is Max. He's also the Grinch's companion.

According to a recent University of Arizona study, children who play with the family dog have higher levels of oxytocin - a.k.a. “the love hormone" - than if they play with toys and games.

Dorothy Parker’s poodles were named C’est Tout, Cliché, Limey, Misty, Poupée, and Troy, short for Troisiéme.

Although grain-free dog food may help with some food allergies, it’s not a cure for every pup. Your dog may also have a protein-related allergy to dairy, beef, chicken, or chicken eggs.

The American Kennel Club says 15 human years are equal to the first year of a medium-sized dog's life. A dog’s second year equals nine human years, and each subsequent year equals roughly five human years.

Model and actor Emily Ratajkowski has a Husky-German Shepherd mix named Columbo.

In the film Cujo, the title role was played by four St. Bernards, several mechanical dogs, and a black Labrador–Great Dane mix in a St. Bernard costume.

Netsuke, which are Japanese miniature sculptures that serve a practical function, often depict dogs in hunting scenes.

The Lagotto Romagnolo is the only truffle hunting breed recognized by the American Kennel Club.