Animals
England’s red squirrels on the brink of extinction due to North American invader
The beloved red squirrel could disappear from England within a generation, warn campaigners
What are the best dog walks in the UK? Explore our 9 favourite trails and routes with your dog
Grab your lead, treats and poo bags and take your dog on one of these expert-approved UK dog walks and locations around some of the most stunning spots in the UK.
Cycling with your dog could lead to a £2.5k fine if you don't follow these key rules
A two-wheeled adventure with your pup might seem harmless, but without the right precautions, it could quickly turn into a costly legal mistake
Chris Packham is moving his dogs to a plant-based diet – should you? Here’s what the research says
Chris Packham has explained why he's transitioning his dogs onto a vegan diet
Is your dog autistic? Canine expert explores the brilliant mind of the Border collie
Could the genius of the world’s most successful and tenacious sheepdog be explained by a form of canine autism? Dog behaviour expert Carol Price explains
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Which vegetables can dogs eat? Vet experts explain the safest choices
From carrots and cucumbers to onions and wild mushrooms, not every vegetable is safe for dogs to eat. Veterinary nurse reveals which common foods are safe and which are risky for your pup
Cats vs dogs: Science finally reveals which pet is smarter
Both cat and dog owners tend to claim that their pet is the more intelligent animal – but who's correct? Fergus Collins weighs up the evidence
Are you putting poison on your dog? Flea and tick treatments for dogs might be contaminating our rivers, warn scientists
You want to protect your dog from parasites – but the flea and tick treatments you use might be poisoning our rivers, says scientists.
Planning a holiday abroad with your pet? New EU travel rules affect current pet passports
If you're planning to travel abroad with your pet this summer, you'll need to take a closer look at these new rules and regulations
Think you know dogs? These 36 surprising facts will change how you see your pet
They can smell disease, dream like humans and even read your emotions – discover the surprising science and stories behind the world’s most beloved pet
Farm animals
Mind the poultry gap: 25 million unreported chickens spark fresh pollution concerns across the UK
The findings hint at a disturbing domino effect on river pollution and damage to wildlife
Can sheep and goats cross-breed?'
Can sheep and goats crossbreed? There’s considerable debate, with evidence and claims on both sides.
What’s the tallest cow in the world? At over 6ft tall, she would tower over many people
Discover the record-breaking cow, named Blosom
Horses
How do racehorses get their names?
Why do racehorses sometimes have ridiculous names? Naming conventions for racehorses can get creative at times. Here's how the monikers are chosen...
The silent architects: How horses have sculpted the British countryside over centuries
The countryside would look very different were it not for horses. Tiffany Francis- Baker reveals some of the surprising ways horses have sculpted our landscapes.
With just 300 left in the world, is this the rarest horse on the planet?
Once the lifeblood of Scotland’s island communities, this rare pony now faces a fight for its future
Pets
Once a fearless hunter, now a wolf-sized family dog. Here's all you need to know about the 'Royal Dog of Scotland'
If deerhounds look like something out of medieval legend, that’s because they may be the oldest dog breed in Britain. James Fair reveals the history of these elegant canines
Meet the Australian shepherd: The dog that crossed continents (and picked up the wrong name along the way)
From their energetic temperament to care tips and training advice, explore the world of these intelligent and loyal companions
How many dog years is one human year? We explain how old your dog really is...
You'll probably be familiar with the expression 'dog years', but what does it actually mean?
poultry
Mike the Headless Chicken: the real-life chicken that lived for 18 months without a head
After a failed decapitation in 1945, a chicken in Colorado stunned the world by surviving for 18 months without a head
Meet the bizarre blue-egg laying chicken taking over British backyards
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
