Bichon Frise could be a great first pet (The News Journal)

Is it true that a Bichon Frise will not shed or cause allergies?

Shorelines: More on Jada, plus dog thieves and toxic toys (North Shore Sunday)

Hey, Jada won Outstanding Pop/R&B Act of the Year at the Boston Music Awards! And we're willing to take full credit. Also, toxic toys, stolen pooches and blogging Republicans.

Hypoallergenic hounds (Montgomery Advertiser)

It took just one 10-year-old girl to catapult a darling of dog enthusiasts into the world spotlight.

Pet's longevity rooted in diet and exercise (The Standard-Times)

It's important for owners to start planning early for a pet's golden years by providing the animal with quality food, daily exercise, routine veterinary care and proper vaccinations.

Pilfered pup discreetly returned (Otago Daily Times)

The pre-Christmas season appears to be doubling as puppy-napping season, but the second incident of canine criminality - like the first - has had a happy ending.