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Meet Sgiath - the UK's first sea-squirt hunting dog and animal of the year for 2026
The talented dog won an Animal of the Year award for detecting sea snot in the Highlands.
The National Trust is restoring 74 acres of peatlands in the Wicken Fen nature reserve - but first they need 640,000 litres of water a day
1 in 5 new pet owners don’t do research before getting a pet – and other alarming statistics from the PDSA’s recent report
Do pet owners know how to make a difference to their pet’s health?
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A completely new dinosaur has been discovered on the Isle of Wight – and it was closely related to the T-rex
A fascinating new find that could have lived 120 million years ago.
Britain’s wild bird populations are falling – and some have lost more than 90% of their numbers
A recent report highlights the disappearances of wild bird populations in the UK.
Where is Countryfile visiting this week and what time is it on BBC1?
This week, Joe and Charlotte climb the highest peak in Wales, meeting the people who keep the peak going.
Your dog isn't barking for no reason - here's what they're trying to tell you
Frustrated, worried, excited or something completely different, a dog's barking is a clear signal.
Why your cat kneads you – and when it could signal a problem
Why do cats knead? Is it a sign of affection? PDSA vet nurse Shauna Walsh explains
The first part of a run is always the hardest - here's how science says to get around it
Find out what's the cause behind first-mile fatigue, and how to run though it
London is fighting 'vertical drinking' in pubs - could the same happen in the countryside?
Animals can smell fear – and it fundamentally changes how they behave
Your garden robin might know who you are and even follow you about - but it’s not because you’ve become friends
They are surprisingly good at remembering certain people.
The five common gardening habits you should ditch if you want a healthier garden
Create a garden that will grow with you using these key tips.
What happens to your skin if you stop wearing SPF in winter?
Expect a confusing and unpredictable autumn thanks to summer drought, says National Trust experts
“Colour, contrast and confusion” could summarise the autumn months this.
Sharing a bed with your dog could be disturbing your sleep – but there is a silver lining
Scientists use traces of nuclear debris found in Whale's teeth to reconstruct their life stories and find the oldest male killer whale ever documented
Where is The Traitors filmed? Inside the historic castle currently hosting Celebrity Traitors
All you need to know about the back-stabbing BBC TV show The Traitors, including where it's filmed and how to take part
These are the four main reasons a dog might lick you - and when you should become worried about it
Why do dogs lick you? Is it normal for dogs to lick you? Can it be a sign that something is wrong? PSDA Vet Nurse Shauna Walsh explains
October is a crucial gardening month for protecting wildlife and getting your garden ready for spring - here's why
Autumn is here, but there is still more to do in your garden.
One of the longest life spans in the world and rumoured to be why Julius Caesar invaded Britain – this bizarre creature is found in more remote parts of the UK but faces extinction
The freshwater pearl mussel spends most of its adult live nestled in the river.
Put the mower away: the simple lawn change that could help wildlife thrive
This unassuming Welsh village was once a major Roman military base – and you can still see the ruins
Hidden away in the Cotswolds, this villa was set perfectly into the countryside.
With dogs living longer than ever, dementia is becoming a major problem – these are the five signs to watch out for
For older dogs, this could become a real problem that effects their everyday life.
