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Scotsman
07-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Apartment Dogs: Here are the best 10 breeds of adorable dog for city flats with no gardens
The last few years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club has seen dog ownership rocket to record levels. You can still get a dog if you live in a city flat. But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there's plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup. Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallerganic dog. For all the latest dog news, pictures, advice and information, join our Scotsdog Facebook group here Living in a flat or apartment can be an issue when it comes to getting a new pup. But there are several breeds that positively thrive in confined spaces - and are unlikely to bother the neighbours with barking. Here are the 10 best dog breeds for those living in flats or apartments, according to the American Kennel Club. Read more: 1 . Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Even a small flat is fine for a cute and cuddly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - with a couple of walks around the block they'll be happy to spend the rest of their day curled up on your lap. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Bichon Frise Rarely growing over a foot in height and weighing in at just 15 pounds, the Bichon Frise is a dog seemingly designed for city living. While they need little space, they don't like being left alone for more than a few hours - something that needs to be taken into consideration. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Havanese Named after Cuba's capital city, the Havanese are born to live in the city. They only need moderate exercise and are otherwise happy to just explore your home. They're also not big barkers, but shouldn't be left alone for more than 3-4 hours. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Bulldog Another medium-sized pooch that doesn't need much space is the Bulldog. They are very good-natured, loving, low-maintenance and quiet. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales Related topics: FacebookDogs
Scotsman
07-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Apartment Dogs: Here are the best 10 breeds of adorable dog for city flats with no gardens
The last few years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club has seen dog ownership rocket to record levels. You can still get a dog if you live in a city flat. But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there's plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup. Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallerganic dog. For all the latest dog news, pictures, advice and information, join our Scotsdog Facebook group here Living in a flat or apartment can be an issue when it comes to getting a new pup. But there are several breeds that positively thrive in confined spaces - and are unlikely to bother the neighbours with barking. Here are the 10 best dog breeds for those living in flats or apartments, according to the American Kennel Club. Read more: 1 . Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Even a small flat is fine for a cute and cuddly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - with a couple of walks around the block they'll be happy to spend the rest of their day curled up on your lap. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Bichon Frise Rarely growing over a foot in height and weighing in at just 15 pounds, the Bichon Frise is a dog seemingly designed for city living. While they need little space, they don't like being left alone for more than a few hours - something that needs to be taken into consideration. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Havanese Named after Cuba's capital city, the Havanese are born to live in the city. They only need moderate exercise and are otherwise happy to just explore your home. They're also not big barkers, but shouldn't be left alone for more than 3-4 hours. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Bulldog Another medium-sized pooch that doesn't need much space is the Bulldog. They are very good-natured, loving, low-maintenance and quiet. Photo: Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales Related topics: FacebookDogs
Times
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
The Times Daily Quiz: Thursday April 24, 2025
1 The Havanese is the only dog breed native to which country? 2 The heroine of Marissa Meyer's 2012 debut novel Cinder is a cyborg version of which fairytale character? 3 The words beef, pork and veal come from the Norman variety of which language? 4 Douglas dark navy, Baird modern and Campbell ancient are types of which Scottish textile design? 5 Which Shakespeare play is named after a Tudor king? 6 Isaac Newton's second law of motion is often stated as F=ma, with 'F' standing for which word? 7 A Modest Proposal (1729) is a satirical essay by which Anglo-Irish writer? 8 In March 2023, Charles III became the first British monarch to address which German parliament? 9 What was the name of Nora
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nevada Senate bill aims to crack down on puppy mills
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – A bill cracking down on puppy mills is heading to the Nevada Senate. Assembly Bill 487 would prohibit pet stores from selling dogs and cats for profit. The bill passed in the Nevada Assembly by a 32-9 vote. Advocates for the bill said it would allow retail pet stores to work with animal shelters or rescues for adoption purposes, with no compensation provided. 'We have a number of shelters in our community, both in northern Nevada and southern Nevada, that are bursting at the seams with wonderful, adorable, and adoptable pets,' Nevada State Director of Humane World for Animals Rebecca Goff said. AB 487 would prohibit a pet store from selling, offering to sell, bartering, auctioning, or transferring ownership of any dog or cat with certain exceptions for animal shelters and rescue organizations. 'This is really important for the state because what it would do is it would end that puppy mill to pet store pipeline that's trucking in all these puppies from Midwestern puppy mills into Nevada,' Goff said. 'Those animals are raised in deplorable conditions. Even puppy mills that meet the USDA standards, those standards are bare minimum at best.' The bill is often referred to as Cindy Lou's Law, named after a Havanese puppy who was left in the back room of a puppy boutique and later died of liver failure. The health and safety of animals and owners is a concern among advocates for AB 487. 'I bought a puppy from Petland in Boca Park,' Owner of Paws on Point Christine Miller said. 'Six months later, she died.' 'Retail pet sales bans/restrictions limit consumer protections and choice while doing nothing to actually help dogs.' – American Kennel Club, an opponent of the bill, said in a statement. However, Goff said there is a middle ground for both sides. '[Retail pet stores] can still partner with rescues, have pet adoptions to bring people into the stores, but just sell products and services instead of live animals,' Goff said. For people looking for a new furry friend, Miller said adoption is the way to go. 'I would prefer people to adopt from the shelter since they're completely booked out and full,' Miller said. If you're looking for a specific breed, the Humane World for Animals recommends seeking out a reputable breeder. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Independent
25-02-2025
- General
- The Independent
They dig, they pee, they trample. How to garden when you love both dogs and plants
If you've ever had a dog, you know they don't exactly tiptoe through the tulips. I'm fortunate that none of mine ever had a penchant for digging holes, but my late pit bull, Maddie, used to run through my perennial beds like a weed whacker, leaving horizontal coneflowers and black-eyes Susans in her destructive path. Her bathroom breaks would also imprint an ever-expanding array of canine crop circles on the lawn. Fortunately, my little Havanese, Miguel, doesn't pose as much of a threat to my plants, but there are other important elements to consider when planning a garden where dogs and plants can safely coexist. Let's start with the lawn The type of grass you select should be suited to your region and your sun exposure. In my sunny Northeastern front yard, that means starting with a Kentucky bluegrass seed blend, which holds up well against foot and paw traffic, and mixing in roughly 10 percent each of urine-resilient perennial ryegrass and shade-tolerant fine fescue. For further protection, consider incorporating a trample- and urine-resistant groundcover into your grass-seed recipe. I've added clover, which also enriches the soil with safe, nourishing levels of nitrogen (free fertilizer!) and reduces or eliminates groundwater pollution from my property. If you have a beagle-size dog or two, this will go a long way toward retaining your lawn's integrity. But, to be honest, I don't know of any grass that will hold up against a German shepherd or bull mastiff kicking it up on a daily basis. Still, starting with the most resilient grass species for your growing conditions will give you the best odds possible. Barriers to entry Typical landscaping designs often space plants far apart, leaving areas of mulch-covered soil between plants and shrubs. Dogs love to run obstacle courses on those bare paths, kicking up mulch and, invariably, straying into planting beds. Instead, opt for a dense garden style that allows only enough space between plants for the expected mature size of each. By their third year, most of the gaps will be filled, eliminating the spaces and, along with them, the invitation to enter. If you grow delicate plants or edibles, situate them in a raised bed or surround them with short fencing or another barrier to discourage entry. Avoid toxic plants and chemicals Next, consider safety. Many common plants are toxic to dogs (and cats), so avoid planting them altogether, even if your pet hasn't shown an interest in grazing. A one-time curiosity could spell disaster. Check with the ASPCA for a sortable list of plants (including weeds) that are toxic to cats, dogs and horses, and remove any that your pets could access. Avoid using chemicals. If you must apply them, keep pets out of the garden until the products have dried or dissipated (read package labels carefully and observe warnings and cautionary statements). Create a zone for digging and playing If your dog is a digger, fill holes and lay sections of chicken wire over favorite digging spots, then cover them with a few inches of soil. I've never met a dog that wasn't deterred by wire. Diggers will continue to dig, however, so designate a section of the yard where they can do so with reckless abandon. Bury some toys and bones for them to find, and place balls and other toys in there too. After introducing dogs to the area, watch closely and bring them to the digging zone whenever you catch them in the act elsewhere. 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 or another barrier that allows you to keep an eye on the dog -- and vice versa. Similarly, if space allows, designate a pebbled or mulched potty area. Train dogs to use it by moving scooped poop to the spot. Their noses will convey the message, but again, you'll have to watch closely and move them to the spot when they show signs of intent to relieve themselves elsewhere. It will take some time, but they should catch on. Finally, be sure to provide access to a clean bowl of water at all times. It will refresh pups as they play outdoors and, as a bonus, dilute their urine to cut down on burn spots in your grass. Yes, you'll likely have to lower your aesthetic standards a bit. But getting to relish two of life's greatest pleasures simultaneously is well worth the compromise. ___ Jessica Damiano writes weekly gardening columns for the AP and publishes the award-winning Weekly Dirt Newsletter. You can sign up here for weekly gardening tips and advice. ___ For more AP gardening stories, go to
