A restaurant unfamiliar with ADA laws has closed after forcing a man and his service dog out of the establishment.

http://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/guide_dogs_frequently_forced_o.html

A study is being implemented to determine the effectiveness of new drug therapies in dogs with spinal cord injuries. If favorable, these therapies will likely see human testing.

http://tucsoncitizen.com/usa-today-news/2012/01/31/dog-spinal-cord-tests-may-help-humans/

An abandoned but friendly Pit Bull roaming MIfflin, OH since OCT has been caught - Humane Society looking for someone to adopt. Read the story at:

http://www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com/article/20120204/NEWS01/202040304/Dog-captures-hearts-Charles-Mill-Lake-Park?odyssey=tab%7Ctopnews%7Ctext%7CFrontpage

Bolt the dog is helping promote fitness and Volkswagens.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/entertainmentnewsbuzz/2012/02/super-bowl-ads-bolt-dog-vw.html

A good reason to support local shelters you can visit.

http://www.examiner.com/pet-rescue-in-national/alabama-rescue-foundation-charged-with-neglect-deaths-of-dogs-and-cats