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Having a dog can be an absolute joy, but did you know they can also keep your home and family safe? Dogs are loyal, and with proper training, they can play a crucial role in keeping people safe. In ...

Long-held traditions say that a dog is the original home security system, a barking alert that scares away trespassers – but is that really how it works? Is your dog more likely to give intruders a ...