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When was the last time you considered adopting certain dog breeds to specifically provide security, personal protection, or to alert you to certain medical conditions? If you haven’t, maybe it’s time to reconsider. These dogs will provide you with a greater sense of security and comfort.

Top 3 Dog Breeds for Security and Protection

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Veterinarian Reveals the Top 5 Toughest Dog Breeds to Potty Train

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

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Garret Wing, the founder of American Standard Dog Training, has shared the three breeds of dog he would never personally own - and his reasons have sparked a huge debate online

'Demon' dog breeds branded 'stinkiest' by expert as he lists three dogs to avoid

National Dog Day is on August 26th, so Camp Bow Wow, a doggy day care and boarding company, has come out with their annual list of the top five large and small dog breeds. For the seventh year in a row, the Labrador retriever is the most popular large breed, followed by the Golden-doodle.

Top Dog Breeds for 2024

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Atlanta, GA

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A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Douglas, GA

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Being a pet parent is no easy job. From catching their hunger cues to working on potty training, a myriad of responsibilities come along with having a furry companion at home. When talking about dogs in particular, there's another hassle to deal with - their burst of excitement when visitors arrive. To help prevent this behavior, dog trainers Morgan Strack and Katie Eaton, who run the training facility The Good Dog Yorktown (@thegooddogyorktown) in Virginia, shared a useful video. The trick to calming your dog in front of visitors has a lot to do with using a tether and the internet is grateful for this advice.

Dog trainers' simple hack to keep pets calm when having visitors is a life-saver for pet parents

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

They say Golden Retrievers are one of the friendliest dogs in the world. They truly are super friendly with everyone, even strangers. If a Golden likes you, he doesn’t mind if you’re a regular family member, a friend, or even an intruder. They’re just adorably sweet and amicable all the time.

Family Shocked To Discover The Dog They Picked Up From Daycare Is Not Their Goldie

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Florida State

Franklin County, FL

When you visit Florida’s Forgotten Coast, there’s no need to leave your four-legged friend at home! With tons of pet friendly beaches, accommodations, restaurants and shops, Franklin County gets the paw of approval from all of our furry guests. Whether you’re visiting Apalachicola, Carrabelle, St. George Island, Alligator...

Plan a Pet-Friendly Getaway: 5 Reasons Florida’s Forgotten Coast Gets Two Paws Up

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Search and rescue dogs are the heroes of the canine world. Sometimes called SAR for “search and rescue,” these brave, loyal dogs work with law enforcement, first responders, and rescue teams. All SAR dogs go through many months or years of training, especially dogs who work in the most difficult types of searches and rescues. […]

The 10 Best Search And Rescue Dog Breeds

Stories of friendships between different species are truly heartwarming. They show us the simple and pure love that can be found in nature. The story of Bella the cat and Daisy the dog is a perfect example of this. Bella, an experienced cat with a strong maternal instinct, lived on...

Cat Steals Her Neighbor Dog’s Puppies For The Most Heartwarming Reason Ever

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

This post may contain affiliate links. If you buy thru these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We received a question from a reader about dog on dog jealousy recently. This also brings up related questions like… “Why is my dog suddenly aggressive towards...

Is Your Dog Jealous? Here’s How To Stop Dog Jealousy & Aggression In Dogs

Orange County, CA

Corcoran, CA

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CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

Irvine, CA

A check from an Irvine business was intercepted from the mail around May 3, according to the Irvine Police Department . This man is suspected of depositing the stolen check into an ATM account. The investigation is ongoing, but it would be helpful to the investigation to identify this suspect.

Man wanted for stealing a $20K check in Irvine and depositing it at an ATM

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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‘Ready for pets’: TSA K-9 gets ‘Do Not Pet’ patch removed during retirement party

PITTSBURGH (Gray News) – A K-9 in Pittsburgh is celebrating his retirement and is ready ready to make new friends. K-9 Baro with the TSA...

‘Ready for pets’: TSA K-9 gets ‘Do Not Pet’ patch removed during retirement party

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