Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Naming a pet is a venerated family tradition. In case ...

The days of naming your pup Spot or Bandit might be over. Nowadays, pet owners are picking more human-like names for their furry friends, and the data shows. In 2024, life insurance company MetLife ...

Just as blue-eyed humans are relatively rare, blue-eyed dogs are very uncommon among the general population—in fact, they're even rarer. While some 8-10% of people in the world have blue eyes, only ...

The American Kennel Club released its annual list of most popular dog names, and Max and Luna have beaten other contestants to claim the top spot. The not-for-profit organization, which touts itself ...

The American Kennel Club released its annual list of the most popular dog names, which continues the canines registered with the organization Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been ...