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:  Mostly sunny skies during the morning hours will give way to occasional showers in the afternoon. Chance of rain 40%. High of 85. “B”

SUNDAY:  A few passing clouds, otherwise generally sunny. High of 82. “A”

MONDAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY: UPDATED: Mixed clouds and sun this morning. Scattered thunderstorms developing this afternoon. A few storms may be severe. High of 88. “B” in the morning, “D” in the afternoon and evening.

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

Trapped for days in pipe, golden retriever is rescued by state trooper.

Dog Finds New Home with Tennessee State Trooper Who Rescued Her from Extreme Heat.

Terrified Dog Hides in the Corner of Shelter Until She’s Rescued, Forms the Most Special Bond With Owner.

This man and his dog spent seven years walking around the world.

First-Of-Its-Kind “Self-Service Dog-Wash” Comes To Long Island Area.

St. Francis’ K9 Bane may get a bronze statue, but he has a debilitating disease that might prevent him from seeing it.

Dogs are welcome at the new Riley’s Social House in Milwaukee’s Third Ward.

Afghanistan quake: Dog comes to departed owner’s house and cries each day.

Canine Constables: The Remarkable Bloodhound.

The World’s Cutest Rescue Dog Contest Is Searching for its Next Adorable Canine Star.

World’s Ugliest Dog Contest: See the 2022 winners, most unique looking dogs.

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

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See ya, BARK, next Saturday!