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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!

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The girl's cousin spoke to police and broke down that the abuse allegedly came from inside the home.

‘Hot food poured on her, glued her mouth,’ details after seven-year-olds death

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Dog Who Was Raised by Cats Acts Just Like Them and It's Perfect

A woman named Sarah was walking her dog one day when she noticed something disconcerting on the roadside near her home. From a distance, she couldn’t make out what it was, but curiosity led her and her dog closer, only to discover a sight no animal lover ever wishes to see.

Heartbroken Woman Finds Two Tiny Kittens Clinging To Each Other After Their Mom’s Tragic Accident

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Introducing two dogs requires some forethought to make the meeting go smoothly for pups and people alike. While it might be tempting to drop the leashes and let the dogs sort it out on their own the first time they meet one another, this type of approach isn’t a dog-safe solution. A slow and steady introduction is the best way to create a strong and appropriate foundation for their friendship.

How To Introduce Dogs to Each Other

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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If you’ve ever felt like you have a little shadow following you around the house, you’re not alone. Many cats seem to have an almost dog-like tendency to follow their humans from room to room.

Why Your Cat Follows You Around: It’s More Than Just Curiosity

Denver, CO

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Providers of Denver’s traditionally homeless have been finding unhoused migrants in their lines, too, in search of everything from diapers to shampoo. An organization that for decades has provided services to Denver’s unhoused, Haven of Hope, may land a $6 million contract to administer the Denver Asylum Seekers Program for the migrants.

Denver postpones vote on $6M contract for migrant program with homeless services provider

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Maine Coon cats are large domesticated cats native to North America. These gentle giants are playful, loyal, and loving to their owners. Maine Coons need lots of protein in their diets to fuel their energetic, kitten-like personalities.  Although often mistaken for a wild cat, the Maine Coon is a domestic cat sometimes used to tame […]

What Do Maine Coon Cats Eat?

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Second chances and wealth will be September 2024’s main themes. Various zodiac signs will use their energy to get what they desire. Some will have an abundant mindset that will lead them to success. Uranus will enter Taurus early in the month while Ploto will re-enter Capricorn on September 1. Which opportunities does September have in store for your zodiac sign?

Each Zodiac Sign’s Luckiest Day in September

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Even though your cat can't talk, they're constantly trying to communicate with you and find ways to tell you how much they love you. Unfortunately, you can't read their minds... But you can still learn to recognize these few signs in cat behavior that can't be wrong!

10 Behaviors From Your Cat That Mean “I Love You”...

Cats bring their owners joy as they snuggle, play, and slink around the house as if they own it. We often think of them as sassy and independent. But how do they behave when they are in groups? And what is a group of cats called? The answer may surprise you, and there are several […]

What Is a Group of Cats Called?

Lavender marriage is a term and practice that's been around for decades. The practice began in the early 20th century and was often associated with LGBTQ+ film stars of the time. The marriage is one of convenience between two people, often one or both of who are LGBTQ+.

Lavender Marriages Are Becoming More Popular

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Angry Aurorans and Denverites on social media poked fun at the news media Friday as more information came out about Venezuelan gangs on the Front Range. Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman posted on Facebook that the city will use court orders to shut down additional apartment complexes that have been infiltrated by the gangs. It seemed to contradict comments made by Gov. Jared Polis, who said the gang problem was a figment of Aurora council member Danielle Jurinsky’s imagination.

Migrant gang crisis underrated: Denver media criticized

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Colorado mountain lions and bobcats, which November voters will have the opportunity to save from trophy hunters, are sparing the ecosystem devastation from chronic wasting disease.

Why Colorado bobcats, mountain lions need protection

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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It's been 33 years since actress Nancy Kulp died of cancer in 1991 at 69. Best known as Miss Jane Hathaway on TV's classic country comedy, The Beverly Hillbillies(CBS, 1962-1971, Kulp was a trailblazing political advocate. She was a Democratic nominee for the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania’s 9th congressional district. She later worked as an artist-in-residence at Juniata College and taught acting. And she was also gay. Long divorced, she came out of the closet at the age of 67 and acknowledged she was a lesbian. This is her story.

The Secret Gay Life of Nancy Kulp ('The Beverly Hillbillies'): 33 Years After Her Tragic Death

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Do Cats Grieve After a Loss? A New Study May Have the Answer

Cats aren’t known for their sensitivity. In fact, they have such a reputation for self-centered jerkiness that there are whole memes built around what your cats...

Do Cats Grieve After a Loss? A New Study May Have the Answer

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