Creating a dog-friendly backyard doesn’t mean sacrificing a beautiful landscape. With the right design choices, you can protect your lawn and plants while giving your dog a safe, engaging space to run ...

If you’re a dog owner with a yard, creating a landscape that satisfies your desires and aesthetics but also addresses your dog’s needs may seem like an oxymoron. You want a beautiful garden — maybe ...

Jamie Viebach offers ideas for a safe and beautiful yard for your animal companions. Jamie Viebach, horticulture educator at the University of Illinois Extension, offers thoughtful hardscape features, ...

Learn how to train your dog to ignore leaf piles, compost, and mulch with step-by-step "leave it" techniques for a safer, ...

Creating an inviting outdoor space doesn’t have to come at the expense of our planet. Eco-friendly landscaping blends beauty and sustainability, allowing us to enjoy nature while minimizing our ...