Shelter dogs can make people feel thrills, chills, amazement, excitement and some of the greatest joys on Earth. Just ask the animal lovers who have orchestrated a massive dog rescue event on Nov. 8 ...

Nov. 21: ‘The Big Apple Circus’ proves that there is no place like the circus. Watch as man’s best friend puts on tail-wagging performance.Nov. 21, 2005 ...

I hadn’t set foot in a circus since I was five-years-old. Back in the day, it was mostly caged animals, a couple of clowns and a slew of struggling-juggling acts. Even then, I was probably most ...

Juan Quiroz, who has worked with dogs since 1998, is currently training dogs at the Big Apple Circus in Manhattan. Amy Lombard for The New York Times Amy Lombard for The New York Times Over the years, ...