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Which cats have the fewest health problems? A vet shares their top breeds
We take a look at the healthiest cat breeds
Could your dog ever forget you? What vets know about canine memory
Viking, Norman or Saxon? What your surname says about your ancestry
Here's what your surname could reveal about your family's past.
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Skip the supermarket: A beginner’s guide to growing your own food, whatever the size of your garden
Growing food doesn't need to be complicated. From a kitchen shelf to an allotment, anyone can do it.
The familiar sound of Britain’s robins is changing — and humans may be to blame
Robins in urban areas are changing their songs to battle this human behaviour.
That squirrel in your garden may be watching your every move - here’s what they are looking out for
Does your local garden squirrel trust you? It’s unlikely.
Your dog's teeth could be telling you more about their health than you think - here's what to look out for
Should we brush our dog's teeth? Learn why dental care is important for your furry friend.
This animal can survive boiling, freezing and even the vacuum of space - meet Earth's ultimate survivor
Meet on e of the toughest animals in the world - tardigrades
Cuckoos go to astonishing lengths to avoid raising their young - and it can result in the death of other baby birds
A particularly manipulative behaviour in the bird world.
Who is Guy Fawkes? The shocking plot behind Britain's annual night of bonfires and fireworks
Birds have a remarkable way of keeping warm that humans have copied for centuries
Bestowing the gifts of flight and warmth, enabling birds to survive the frozen months, feathers are a marvel of nature. How do these amazing appendages work and how did they evolve? Ben Hoare reveals all
This tiny British mammal shrinks its brain every winter — then grows it back
A fascinating insight into the evolution of shrews.
What makes the world's largest hornet so dangerous - and has it ever been seen in the UK?
It has a terrifying 6mm stinger, but has the 'murder hornet' ever been spotted in the UK?
Illegal e-bikes are racing through Britain’s streets – but who’s stopping them?
Sleeping on a cliff face for five nights - how Arctic climbers faced an extraordinary challenge in -27°C environment and survived
Leo Houlding, a Berghaus ambassador, just made the first ascent of a 700m arctic cliff.
British dolphins might have their own regional accents - and scientists want to know why
Could the Dolphins of the Welsh coast have a Cardiff accent?
Why you should never dress your cat or dog up for Halloween, according to animal experts
That robin singing in your garden is actually sending a warning – here’s what it means and why you’ll hear it more in autumn
A robin’s song isn’t just a sweet sounding call, it carries a heavier meaning.
Britain's living history: where to walk among ancient trees
From royal forests to hidden groves, discover the trees that have stood the test of time
The UK's smallest bird weighs less than a 20p coin - but it is a lot tougher than you might think
The goldcrest is a fascinating bird.
Why foxes sound like they're screaming – and the reason they're especially noisy in winter
Being woken by a fox can sound like something out of a horror film, but here’s the truth.
The best low-shedding dog breeds that could be a better fit for allergy sufferers
If you suffer from sneezes and itchy eyes when you're around dogs, you might be allergic. While no dogs are fully hypoallergenic, these are the breeds that don't shed hair – so will be much easier for your allergies
These dog breeds have the highest chance of living a long life - and its way above the average
We find out how long you can expect various dog breeds to live - and which ones have the greatest longevity
The obvious signs your cat is unhappy, even when it might seem content
What’s your cat trying to tell you? Take a crash course in cat body language, thanks to Cats Protection
