Animals
There’s an award for the best dog in Scottish politics – and this year’s winner has just been announced
The Holyrood Dog of the Year competition took place outside the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh this week.
Famous faces and their dogs: Meet the canine companions of the UK's biggest celebrities
From Lewis Hamilton's British bulldogs to Stormzy's Rottweilers, it's clear that dogs really are a star's best friend
King Charles’s newest dog is a Lagotto Romagnolo – an Italian truffle-hunting dog – called Snuff. Here's what to know about the breed
Italy’s adorable ‘truffle dog’ is easily recognised thanks to its curly coat and pronounced beard, eyebrows and whiskers
How many teeth do dogs have? And should you brush their teeth? Vet explains what you need to know
Should we brush our dog's teeth? Learn why dental care is important for your furry friend.
7 unhealthiest cat breeds – according to a veterinary surgeon
We take a look at the unhealthiest cat breeds.
What's new?
Do dogs get hay fever? Yes say experts and here's how you can help them
Did you know dogs can get hay fever? Here's how to help them
Why do cats eat grass and is it safe for them? Gemma Renwick, a PDSA veterinary nurse, explores the truth...
Why do cats eat grass? Is it normal or is it because they feel unwell? PSDA Veterinary nurse Gemma Renwick debunks the myths of green-eating felines
The healthiest cat breeds – according to a veterinary surgeon
We take a look at the healthiest cat breeds
Meet the bizarre blue-egg laying chicken taking over British backyards
How to stop cats scratching furniture: Top, expert tips from a cat behaviorist that might just save your treasured furniture
Scratching is a natural behaviour for cats, but it’s very upsetting when they turn their claws on your expensive furniture and wallpaper. Daniel Cummings, Behaviour Officer at Cats Protection, explains how to stop your cat destroying your home
Farm animals
Adorable images of newborn lambs capture the beauty and vulnerability of lambing season in Lakeland
Farmer and photographer Amy Bateman captures the new life and hard labour of lambing season in Cumbria.
Meet the super-athletic cow bred for peak milk production – and how it measures up to the national average
How much milk does a cow produce each day? As Fergus Collins explains, the breed really does make a difference.
How long do cows live?
We take a look at the lifespan of a cow and discover one that broke several world records.
Horses
Deadliest horse diseases in the world – according to a veterinary surgeon
We take a look at some of the deadliest horse diseases in the world - and their symptoms and causes
Thinking about buying a horse? Here's what you should consider
Buying a horse is a big decision - here is what you should consider first
Broodmares: Everything you need to know caring for pregnant horses during gestation and foaling
From pregnancy to foaling and beyond, caring for a brood mare requires careful planning and expert knowledge. Here's our complete guide to keeping a brood mare healthy and ensuring her foal gets the best possible start in life
Pets
How to plan a stress-free holiday with your dog
The warmer, lighter spring days offers the perfect opportunity as a dog owner to enjoy walks on the beach or strolls in the countryside with your canine companion. Make any break away stress-free and enjoyable with these top tips for holidaying with your dog.
Help your pet live longer - and happier - with these 5 expert tips from veterinary surgeon Pete Wedderburn
Boost your pet's lifespan with this advice from a veterinary surgeon
Why do dogs eat grass? Here’s what experts say it really means
Why do dogs eat grass? Is it normal or is it because they feel unwell? PSDA Veterinary nurse Shauna Walsh debunks the myths of why dogs eat grass
poultry
Bird flu: what is it, which populations are affected and what are the long-term impacts?
As bird flu hits the headlines again, we take a look at what it is, the long-term impacts and what to do if you find an infected bird
They can swim and show affection – 10 incredible facts you might not know about turkeys
Turkeys might be most famous for being the main event at a Christmas dinner, but they are actually fascinating birds
Do you keep chickens in your back garden? Register them now or break the law
If you keep birds at home, even as pets, a new law means you must register them before 1 October – so get cracking!