Story Archives of 'Dogs'

Animals that are part wolf, part dog have become popular in certain circles. But many people who take them in soon realize they don't always make good pets.

This is where Fred Keating comes in. The Chatham, New Hampshire resident provides a home for unwanted wolf dogs that have already been taken into captivity.

NHPR Correspondent Julia Davis visited his refuge and files this story.

Ashland, New Hampshire resident Jaye Foucher is competing in this year's annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon in Minnesota.

The race began Sunday and runs through Wednesday.

As she was preparing for the race, NHPR Correspondent Sean Hurley caught up with her and learned a bit about dog sledding and Foucher's musical talents.

Americans spend tens of billions of dollars each year on the millions of Fido’s and fluffy kitties we own. Our Dog Days of Summer series concludes tonight with a look at pets and their place in the American economy. We’ll consider the essentials and the extremes, from purchasing a basic leash to Rover’s fashionable wedding tuxedo.

Our guests are:

Katherine Grier, assistant professor of History at the University of Delaware and author of Pets in America: A History.

Bob Vetere, President of Animal Pet Products Manufacturers Association.