We have a doggie tale that many in our community have said is worth sharing. Recently, we lost Leo, our five-pound Chihuahua, for three nights and four days in what was some of the worst winter weather Seattle has seen in some time. An army of friends and complete strangers came together to search . . .

Man's best friend might actually belong to a woman. . In a cross-cultural analysis, Washington State University researchers found several factors may have played a role in building the mutually beneficial relationship between humans and dogs, including temperature, hunting and surprisinglygender.

Whether she's laying on her back with all four paws in the air or hopping like a dolphin through a river, Stella's carefree spirit shines.Tags: smiling dogs