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Scotland's XL bully owners warned of new rules

Owners of XL bully dogs in Scotland must adhere to new laws from February 23, including muzzling and leashing in public places.

Secondary safeguards will require an exemption certificate for XL bully ownership, with penalties for non-compliance. [ more ]

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Getting a family dog is linked to increased physical activity in younger kids, especially young girls.

Girls with dogs engage in an additional 52 minutes of light intensity physical activity per day. [ more ]

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Dogs bought during the pandemic have high rates of problem behaviors.

New owners are more likely to use punishment in training which can worsen behavior. [ more ]

www.scientificamerican.com

The Purest Bond: Understanding the Human-Canine Connection is a new book that explores the science behind our relationship with dogs.

Jen Golbeck, a computer scientist and dog mom, discusses the book and how dogs improve our lives. [ more ]

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Owning a dog reduces the risk of getting dementia by 40% compared to people without one.

Having a dog increases the likelihood of getting out of the house and interacting with other humans, which exercises the brain. [ more ]

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