Q: We just got two Newfoundland dogs, ages 2 years and 16 months. They're destroying our yard, chewing on the plants and dragging mulch into the house. Any suggestions? A: Gardens and fun-loving, ...

Delicate plants don’t deal well with the stress of active dogs. Thick-leaved perennials such as hostas are a better bet, Petchenik says. James C. Svehla - Chicago Tribune Jordan Petchenik created a ...

The concentrated nitrogen in dog urine can "burn" grass. Good access to fresh drinking water for your dog and deep lawn watering can reduce the problem. Our family is getting a dog this spring. I’m ...