Long ears on certain dog breeds assist in scent tracking by directing scents to their sensitive noses. Regular maintenance and cleaning of long-eared dogs are crucial to prevent ear infections ...

Dogs with long ears, such as beagles or cocker spaniels, are more prone to ear infections, the American Kennel Club reports. Cleaning a dog's ears can prevent an infection, not treat one.

The remarkable diversity among dogs ' coats--from the shaggy fur of a sheepdog to the sleek coat of a beagle, and everything in between--comes down to a mere three genes, according to a new report ...

BENDER: Women who have long hair, they actually prefer dogs with long ears. And that women who have short hair or who usually wear their hair tied back, they prefer dogs with short ears, as well.