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Home-grown dog training business to expand

Upstate Dog Training started as a humble side job in Jill Jones' Blue Ridge basement.

Dog trainer, local vet weigh in on the benefits of dog training (WITH VIDEO AND PHOTO GALLERY)

Rajani LaRocca watched her almost 2-year-old Havanese dog Boomer trot through the forest at the Old Rifle Range conservation land in Concord during a small group dog training session, smiling when Boomer came right to her when he was called. “It’s an amazing thing having him trained,” LaRocca said as she rewarded him with a small piece of cheese. “It makes our relationship even better.”

Beaverton woman’s service dog missing

BEAVERTON, Ore. – A Beaverton woman has asked the public for help finding her missing service dog. Lucy Smelser said her service dog in training, Buddy, helps with her anxiety. She told police the dog went off Tuesday with a homeless woman temporarily staying at their house. Smelser said the woman thought she wanted to get rid of the dog, so she gave Buddy to some strangers. But Smelser said ...

Police dog bite victim files lawsuit against Vancouver Police Department

VANCOUVER - A man whose leg was bitten by a police dog during an arrest has filed a lawsuit against the Vancouver Police Department and the department is being challenged to change its dog-training policy in keeping with some U.S. cities.

Scuba diving inspires wounded warriors

Navy Veteran Steven Hancock doesn't have to rely on anyone else when he's scuba diving. On dry land, Hancock's service dog, Buddy - who's a bit confused when his owner disappears under water - and his wheelchair help Hancock get around.