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Dogs Must Be Walked Twice A Day in Germany

Dogs Must Be Walked Twice A Day in Germany Under Proposed New Law

The bible tells humankind to "rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground." But if you read Treehugger long enough you will find us discussing how animals have rights, sometimes even that vegetables and other plants have feelings and rights, that we shouldn't just rule over them.

So its interesting to see the incredibly negative reaction to German legislation saying that people who own dogs actually have to take them outside and walk them. The Minister says "Pets are not cuddly toys — and their needs have to be considered." She's right.

Decluttering in a Time of COVID-19

Decluttering in a Time of COVID-19

Decluttering has spiked during the coronavirus pandemic; Melissa looks at the why and how of it all.

Using a Urinal Can Spread the Coronavirus

Attention Men: Using a Urinal Can Spread the Coronavirus

Another reason to beware of urinal splash-back.

Countryside Code

Do You Know the 'Countryside Code'?

If you go out in the woods today, read this first.

Wolverines Return to Mount Rainier National Park

Wolverines Return to Mount Rainier National Park After 100-Plus Years

They do not look one bit like Hugh Jackman.

How Trees Talk to Each Other and Share Gifts

How Trees Talk to Each Other and Share Gifts

This might come back and bite me the next time I say how much I love wood construction, but every living thing deserves respect.

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