The Mountain Cur requires a diverse training program that includes both physical activity and cognitive stimulation. Photo: Getty Images/adogslifephoto The Mountain Cur is one of America’s original ...

Everything these days is so specialized. We require a particular gadget, gizmo or item for everything in life. Whether it’s a special cellphone, pair of shoes, water bottle or toothbrush, everything ...

Everything these days is so specialized. We require a particular gadget, gizmo or item for everything in life. Whether it's a special cellphone, pair of shoes, water bottle or toothbrush, everything ...

AUTHOR'S NOTE: Sometimes I'm just too busy to get a column out, so I asked a guest to step in for me this time. Please, no comments about her writing better than I do. My name is Dotzie, and I'm a dog ...

Last month, my family adopted a dog from the Wisconsin Humane Society. He's a mountain cur mix and we named him Trail. He's 4 months old now and is, overall, a joy to have around. Except, however, ...