With so many dogs looking for homes, shelters everywhere are at capacity, so there's never been a better time to consider fostering or adopting one in need. Despite what some might think, these are ...

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the death of Chuken Hachiko, the Japanese dog famous for his unshakable loyalty to his master. Hachiko was an Akita dog, a breed that has recently gained great ...

Courageous, dignified, and loyal. These are popular terms used to describe the Akita, a dog with a royal pedigree to match its noble looks. Owning an Akita was once restricted to the Japanese imperial ...