Sandy Ali was hosting bible study at her house on Friday in Morada, 50 miles south of Sacramento, when one of her friends pointed out that her dogs were playing with each other in the yard ...

You'll likely have to lower your aesthetic standards a bit. But getting to relish two of life's greatest pleasures ...

Dog owners have been warned by a leading charity that there could be dangers lurking in your garden. The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) has warned of a virus that can even cause death.

Such a play area or dog run would be a beneficial garden addition even if digging hasn't posed a problem, as it would reduce or eliminate plant trampling and lawn damage. Enclose it with fencing ...