We don't expect any arguments on this one: Kids do better with dogs in the home. Research (and common sense) backs us up on this. Pets can help young people learn empathy, practice responsibility, and ...

Animal: Gronk, a 3-year-old, 83-pound, male Labrador retriever mix. Where: Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza St., Encinitas. Open for adoptions from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day except Tuesday ...