Just because you have a garden — and dogs — doesn't necessarily mean that your yard is dog-friendly. Sure, you've taken steps to ensure your plants are non-toxic, but there are other ways to make your ...

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 ...

Does your outdoor space need a makeover? Maybe you’ve been researching landscape design ideas and are considering hiring a landscape architect or designer. Maybe you hope to learn more about the ...