Aug 1st, 2008 · Theme parks and zoos have taken a financial hit recently. But a golden retriever's maternal instincts may have saved a zoo in Southeast Kansas; a litter of orphaned tigers and a yellow lab have attracted crowds of new visitors.
Nov 3rd, 2007 · Jason English of Mental Floss Magazine has been mining the archives of The New York Times for the newspaper's very first references to things like cell phones, Labrador retrievers and iPods. He chronicles his findings on his Mental Floss blog. English speaks with Scott Simon about the cultural milestones he has unearthed.
Sep 4th, 2007 · NASA has yet to bring back any rocks from Mars, but new leadership at NASA's science mission department is pledging to put the U.S. at the forefront of Martian rock return.
Aug 6th, 2007 · Kiki, the black Labrador retriever, could be seen on the Late Show with David Letterman for setting world records for jumping more than 25 feet off docks. But Kiki's skill was his downfall. He jumped the fence surrounding his yard and was struck by a car.
Feb 20th, 2007 · The Yorkshire terrier has become the No.2 registered dog in America, knocking out the golden retriever, which fell to the No. 4 spot. Daisy Okas, a spokesperson for the American Kennel Club says the Yorkie's increase in popularity is part of a trend favoring smaller breeds. Robert Siegel talks with Okas.