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Tamarac Lake in the Chippewa National Forest

Superior Autumn

Revisiting Minnesota’s Highway 61.

By Claudia Kawczynska

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Illinois Signs Puppy Lemon Law

Effective Jan. 1, pet stores will be on the hook for sick animals

Early to Rise

Many dogs love the morning

By Karen B. London, PhD

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First Indoor Airport Pet Relief Area

San Diego International debuts a new canine bathroom

Blaming People For Behavior Problems

It’s counterproductive and unfair

By Karen B. London, PhD

Disadvantages of Pet Store Puppies

Unfavorable behavior compared to other puppies

By Karen B. London, PhD

Dogs Attend to Color

It matters more than brightness

By Karen B. London, PhD

N.Y. State Senate Passes Animal Abuser Registry

One step closer to increasing the penalties for animal cruelty

Calculating Your Dog’s Age

The seven to one ratio is a thing of the past

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Behavioral Problems in Pet Store Pups

Comparing behavior of pet store and breeder dogs

Swept Away at the Beach

Experts say not to jump in after dogs in the ocean

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Overpopulation by the Numbers

The sobering statistics of puppy mills and shelters

Effects of Neutering

New study looks at the health implications of spay/neuter

Snow Shows What Your Dog Smells

What interests your dog—revealed!

By Karen B. London, PhD

Chimney Rock State Park

Dog Friendly Marfa, TX and Asheville, NC

Pack up and head for a Winter Escape

By Susan Tasaki

Puppies for Rent

College student makes dogs available to fill a void

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The Importance of Eating Breakfast

Study finds dogs perform better after a full belly

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Grants for Pet Friendly Women’s Shelters

AKC supports domestic violence services that welcome dogs

Facebook Dogs

Increase in animal lovers creating social media accounts for their pets

Dog Parking at Ikea

The trendy home store creates a hangout area for pets