Mobile, AL

Columbus, OH

Finding an abandoned yet lovable stray dog on the streets and taking it home is undoubtedly a huge dream for animal lovers. But what’s the only thing better than one stray dog falling you home? Well, two stray dogs, of course. For one lucky animal lover who hit the...

‘They probably walked him home’: Dad comes home drunk and daughter finds him curled up in bed with two stray dogs

Are you thinking about getting a dog for the first time? It’s exciting, but picking the right breed can be tough. While all dogs can be loving companions, some breeds are easier for first-time pet owners to handle than others. Knowing which breeds might be tougher to manage ahead of time can help you find the perfect pup to match your lifestyle and set you up for a happy life together. We’ve taken some guesswork out of the process and compiled a list of the worst dogs for first-time owners, based on expert opinions across eight websites. It’s not that these dogs aren’t lovable – they just might be better suited for experienced pet owners. Did we miss a breed you wish we added to the list? Comment below.

Warning: These Dog Breeds Are a Nightmare for First-Time Owners!

Maine State

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Okay, if you're a dog lover, or pet lover in general, a law isn't necessary to determine that our pet is absolutely and totally a member of the family. However, when it comes to the law and all of that legal jargon, the following is quite interesting. According to Daily...

Only Six States Consider Dogs Legal Family Members Vs. Property

Alabama State

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Montgomery, AL

The World Around Jae and Beyond

(Alabama)-In 2016, Alabama urologist Brian Richardson was named the Chief of Robotics and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Jackson Hospital. At that time, Richardson had performed "more than 2,500 surgical and more than 600 robotic cases" within a 5-year timeframe.

Alabama Urologist Hits 125 MPH on I-65 Before Drug Arrest

A-Z-Animals

Dogs are known for becoming very attached to their owners. Some breeds are very outgoing, friendly, and loving to family, strangers, and other dogs. These happy, sweet pups occur in every breed. Others, however, are those you don’t want to mess with, especially if they haven’t had proper socialization and training. Here are the top […]

Top 10 Meanest Dogs

Discover a whopping 45 unique and incredible pit bull mixed breeds, learn their temperament, and see what the mix looks like in real life.

45 Incredible Pit Bull Mix Breeds

Georgia State

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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

(Alabama)- Melissa Sanders (28) is an Alabama mother who recently found herself in the news because of her irresponsible actions toward her child's father. According to Alabama news source WKRG, officers responded around 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, to the 200 block of Green Park Drive to reports of a man being cut by his child's mother (Sanders). He was later taken to a nearby Mobile hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Alabama Mother Smiles in Mugshot After Incident Involving Child's Father

If you're searching for the perfect title for your Yorkie pup, look no further than this adorable and comprehensive list. To make it even easier for you, we've divided our choices into five sections so you're sure to find the one that will be the best match for your fur baby and their personality. With a dog as sweet and feisty as a Yorkshire Terrier, you want to make sure you give them a small dog name that will perfectly capture their essence and will last them from the early puppy stages into adulthood.

50 Yorkie Dog Names Perfect for Small Pups

Each day, more cats and kittens are heartlessly abandoned across the USA. Sadly, while some struggle to survive, others don’t make it after being uprooted from a comfortable indoor life. Animal shelters across the US strive to rescue and help abandoned pets. However, the number of these animals increases...

Cat Found Wandering Around The Trash After Being Heartlessly Abandoned By Her Owners

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Every dog owner has probably seen it – that amusing, albeit slightly frustrating, ritual where our furry friend finishes their business and then, seemingly for no reason, kicks up a storm of dirt. If I were growing crops, the tilled earth and the organic fertilizer might come in handy.

Ever Wonder Why Dogs Kick Dirt After Pooping? Science Has the Answer

PetsRadar

Call them gentle, laid-back homebodies or just plain lazy, certain canine breeds have low energy – and it can be a blessing.

32 low-energy dog breeds for laid-back pet parents

Florida State

Trick Daddy is not a fan of Black women styling their baby hairs, as he thinks it’s an example of them trying to look more like white women. During an Instagram Live on Thursday (August 22), the Florida native had some words for his passenger whose baby hairs were neatly gelled down.

Trick Daddy Slams Black Women For 'Trying To Be Like White Women'

Parade Pets

Is your fur baby one of the top breeds of dog?

New Survey Reveals America's Favorite Dog Breed and It's Adorably Surprising

There are currently 78.2 million dogs in the United States according to the Humane Society, and with a dog’s unconditional love and loyalty come responsibilities. When it comes to these everyday tasks, they should be taken very seriously—especially for your pup’s sake and for everyone around you. We all know how much you love your furry companion, but even the most caring Dog Moms and Dads make mistakes sometimes!

10 Things You Should NEVER Do To Your Dog!

Have you ever wondered about all of the similarities and differences between a Border Collie vs German Shepherd? What might these two distinct dog breeds have in common, and what makes them the unique and special breeds that they are? We will endeavor to answer this question for you in this article by going over […]

Border Collie vs German Shepherd: 5 Key Differences

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Explore Beaufort SC

The Lowcountry is home to lots of history and culture, and some of it is disappearing today. Praise houses were first established in the Lowcountry sea islands on St. Helena Island’s many plantations as places to meet and worship. Since there were few formal church buildings on St. Helena Island, most of the island’s slave inhabitants could only walk or ride to the main church on Sunday mornings, if at all.

The vanishing Gullah Praise Houses of the Sea Islands

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

Wellington, FL

Lantana, FL

On November 7, 1997, William Moldt went out to the club for a night on the town in Lantana, Florida. He was 40 years old. At around 9:30 p.m. that night, he called his girlfriend to tell her he would be home soon. But he was never seen or heard from again.

‘Rat Annihilation Team’ strolls city streets with dogs to help mitigate rat problem

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