Advancements in robotics technology replace dogs in earthquake rescue operations

It is not entirely clear how many people are still trapped under the rubble left by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Rescue teams search for survivors nearly 24 hours a day, though the chances of finding survivors diminish with each passing day. There are several ways to find people alive under the rubble. Direct […]

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Want a well-trained dog? Start with a better-trained human.

Yes, training a dog effectively starts with the human trainer understanding the basic principles of dog behavior and learning how to communicate with the dog effectively. It is important to use positive reinforcement techniques and to be consistent in training. Consistency is the key to success in dog training. A well-trained human handler is more […]

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Detroit among the worst US cities for walking your dog

National Walk Your Dog Month is here and it’s heating up Detroiters. LawnStarter, a lawn service provider based in Austin, Texas, collected data that ranked 200 of the best and worst cities to walk your dog. The survey was based on walking ability, safety, professional dog walking availability and access to dog trails. The best […]

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