The Barking Lot is a regular weekly feature of This Just In…Originally written by both my lovely wife, Jennifer and me, this blog brings you the latest news about our furry friends including articles, columns, photos and videos. Enjoy!

THE WEEKEND DOG-WALKING FORECAST: We grade the weather outlook for taking your pet outdoors.

TODAY:  A mainly sunny sky. High of 22. Winds W at 10 to 20 mph.  “F”

SUNDAY:  Partly cloudy and windy. High around 50. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. Don’t let the temp fool you. “D”

Time now for DOGS IN THE NEWS, canines that made headlines the past week.

‘This Is Evil’: Canadian Government Announces What They Can Do to Protesters’ Pets.

Counterfeit canines: the air travelers with fake service dogs.

Biden mocked for story about leaving dead dog on woman’s doorstep.

A bill of rights for cats and dogs? California lawmakers are considering one.

STUDY: An Assistance Dog Gone Wild?

Dogs can recognize their owners just by their voice.

What does your dog really want?

Dog Saves Dog After Lab Alerts Owner to Golden Retriever Trapped in Sinkhole for Nearly a Day.

Movie: In ‘Dog,’ Army Ranger Saves Dog so Dog Can Save Army Ranger.

That’s it for this week. Thanks for stopping by.

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See ya, BARK, next Saturday!

Photo: taken in eastern Turkey.