Athletes from around the globe are in Italy for the Winter Olympics. But in Oregon, a different breed of athlete has been training — and competition can get a little… hairy.

Organizers of a truffle dog championship for amateurs in Oregon hope it will draw more people to truffle hunting with dogs, which some experts say could improve the Pacific Northwest's truffle crop.

Truffles are on the menu at Coltivare. They're also on the mind for chef Ryan Pera's dog, who is learning to find them by scent.

Having spent the last year -- yesterday was his one year birthday -- teaching our puppy Beau what not to do, here's some dog training I can really get behind! --- In late January,... Having spent the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Are you trying to start truffle season off right this month? Head to The Joriad, where dogs big and small will try to catch a ...