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Dogs

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Bob and Sarah Lea live a lifestyle most people would consider ambitious. On Milk and Honey Farm, their organic homestead tucked away in Cokato, Minnesota, the Leas have almost completely done away with their need for the supermarket by raising ducks and turkeys, fruits and vegetables, and especially sheep.



Country Canine

Click on the link above to share photos of your country canine in our Animals photo gallery. You can also talk about your pooch in the Animals discussion group from the link below.


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Dogs at Camp

Wouldn't it be nice to give your dog a vacation of their very own? Glen Kowarsky created just that with "Dogs at Camp."


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Installing a dog kennel

A lot of dog owners come home from work to daily disasters. It's not the dog's fault -- he's just bored and trash can contents are great fun. This is when a kennel is a good idea.


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Choosing a country dog

Welcoming a new pet to your family can be an exciting experience if you take the time to research your options. When choosing a canine companion, it's important to think about how your dog will fit into your family.


Lisa Prater's lab mix, Dakota

Helping country dogs stay safe

Trouble is on the way if you have a dog who decides it's his job to chase, chew, and terrorize the neighborhood, just because he can.


Andy Timm shows a dog the boundaries of an invisible fence.

Helping your dog during thunderstorms

Why do some dogs fear thunderstorms? Nobody's quite sure. It could be the flash of lightening, the loud noise, or even sensitivity to changes in air pressure.


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Controlling Canine Obesity - Shape-up Pup Program

Obesity is a major problem in the United States -- for both people and dogs. And for both species, the solution is eating healthier and exercising. If you have a fenced-in area where your dogs can safely run, turn them loose, throw a stick or ball for them, and let them chase a rabbit or two.


dog with treat on nose

Dog poisoning prevention

Dogs and acreages go hand-in-hand, but there are many dangers that can befall a dog in the country.


Lisa Prater's lab mix, Dakota

Anti-barking birdhouse

While a barking dog may disturb fewer people in the country than in town, acreage dogs still need to mind their manners when neighbors are close. Here's a product that can help.


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Building a doghouse

If you consider your pooch to be a member of your family, it's only natural to want to make sure he has a safe place to rest.


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Animal house

Less than a half-hour commute from the big city sits a delightful oasis for both humans and animals.


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