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Are dogs the new children? Birth rates and dog ownership analyzed in study

In some countries, the number of dogs has increased so much that it now exceeds the number of children. While the emotional significance of dogs is clearly rising worldwide, it remains uncertain ...
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Family dog gives birth to green puppy lovingly named 'Hulk'

CANTON, North Carolina -- You've heard of Clifford the big red dog, but on the opposite end of the spectrum is Hulk, the small green North Carolina pup. A few days ago a Canton family knew their ...
KTBS

Pregnant dog rescued from freezing conditions gives birth

A pregnant dog who was rescued from freezing conditions with 17 other dogs has given birth to nine puppies. On January 16, 2026, Animal Rescue Corps, rescued 18 dogs and puppies living outdoors on a ...
The New York Times

Birthrates Are Falling, but Don’t Blame Dogs in Strollers

New research suggests that having a pet can actually make people more likely to become parents. By Amanda Taub Are pets crowding out babies? As concern grows over the global fertility crisis, people ...
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Pregnant Dog Found in Freezing Snow with 17 Other Dogs Gives Birth After Rescue From Property (Exclusive)

After medical treatment and care, the dogs will be transported to partnering facilities of the Animal Rescue Corps When Animal Rescue Corps arrived at a rural Tennessee property in January, they were ...