Animals
Experts share how to travel safely with dogs in the car
The Royal Kennel Club shares their key advice on how to travel safely with your dog in the car, including how to keep them comfortable and healthy for any kind of journey.
15 poisonous plants to dogs: Vet nurse warns about deadly flowers, trees, shrubs and bulbs that are dangerous for dogs
Many seemingly harmless plants can be toxic to curious dogs. This guide will help you identify common culprits and keep your furry friend safe
How many cat years is one human year? We explain how old your cat really is...
A cat at 18 months is a wild teen - by seven years old, it might be having a midlife crisis
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
Dogs chasing farm animals can have devastating consequences – here's everything you need to know about livestock worrying (and its unlimited fines)
Livestock worrying doesn't have to involve a dog bite – it's just a chase... but the consequences – and punishment – can be significant
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These are the dog poo warning signs you should never ignore
Here's how to identify the health of your dog's poop, when to worry about it and how to improve their digestion.
Discover the heart-warming stories behind some of the world’s most famous fictional dogs
From iconic black and white films to story books, dogs have played a central role in some of the world's most-loved tales for centuries. Here are some of the most loved canine characters...
14 humane ways to stop cats pooing in your garden (and 7 things you should NEVER use to deter kitties)
The 15 rarest dog breeds, from Irish giants to Cary Grant's favourite pup
The Kennel Club reveals the most vulnerable dog breeds in Britain, from the iconic bearded collie and adorable Welsh springer spaniel to the long-legged Irish wolfhound.
What makes terrier breeds so special? Meet the playful little dogs with endless personality
From the loyal Staffy bull terrier to the iconic Westie, the Yorkie, and everything in between. Terriers are as vivacious as they are varied. Here are six top terrier breeds – including their famous owners and achievements...
Farm animals
Should a newborn calf be separated from its mother? New documentary explores the most divisive question in dairy farming
It's a polarising topic and one that's hotly debated. Find out more about cow-with-calf dairy farming and how this new form of ethical farming could shape our future.
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.
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
The world's 7 most popular cats, including multi-millionaires, war heroes and talking felines
These are the top cats of the internet, with huge online followings and heaps of charisma
The world's most popular dogs revealed (number 2's net worth is $23 million)
These are the mega-dogs, who have taken the internet by storm with their canine charisma
I'm a vet nurse. This is how to stop your cat hunting wildlife
From enrichment activities to indoor stimulation, learn humane methods to redirect their natural instincts and foster a harmonious environment for both your pets and local wildlife.
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
