A Mexican Internet company has found a new way to reward conscientious dog owners for picking up after their pooches: with a free wireless Internet signal if they stoop and scoop.

Dog owners in Germany are bracing themselves for the introduction of a license that would require passing written and practical tests and could cost hundreds of euros. Authorities in Lower Saxony passed a law last year requiring owners to prove their basic knowledge about dogs and for the pets to pass a behaviour test. Berlin

Sensory stimulation is an essential part of a dog’s life. In contrast to wild animals who are exposed to a variety of natural sensory stimuli, a shelter dog’s sensory stimulation may be limited or too much. Some research suggests that even sounds that do not occur in the wild, such as classical music, may offer a benefit.  Learn