Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The dogs on David Mancl's block in West Allis bark at anything. "It's enough to wake you up in the morning," Mancl, 66, said. The ...

Is your neighbor's noise affecting your peace? Local ordinances exist to prevent excessive sound from invading your home. Noises like music blaring and lawn mowers roaring are all addressed in the ...

If peace and quiet are at the top of your list when choosing a dog, some breeds may not be the best fit. Certain dogs are known for their vocal nature, whether it’s high-pitched yaps, deep howls, or ...

This post has been revised on 8/21/20 with the help of readers and veterinary behaviorists. Given that many of us are currently working at home and spending much more of our day near our dogs, it has ...

Explore how neighbors can influence our views on pets. Discover the quieter companionship of cats compared to noisy dogs.

A few years ago I was chatting with an Army veteran who had served as a dog trainer at The Department of Defense Military Working Dogs Training School at Lackland Air Force Base near San Antonio. This ...

The dogs on David Mancl's block in West Allis bark at anything. "It's enough to wake you up in the morning," Mancl, 66, said. The small dog across the street from Mancl or "Lil yapper," as he calls it ...