Tips to keep dogs happy when it’s too hot or cold for walks
Here are tips from animal experts about what to do if you and your dog are stuck inside for long stretches.
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A Stray Dog Became a Cultural Symbol in Brazil. Now, Mexico Is Claiming It.
To Brazilians, the ubiquitous caramel-colored mutts are a national icon. But a Mexican state has adopted them as its own homegrown symbol.
Is It Bad to Sleep With My Pet?
It seems as if everyone has an opinion, so we put the question to the experts.
The pet I’ll never forget: Mush, the cat who taught me about life, love – and closing the cellar door
Like many first-time pet owners, I was overprotective when we adopted her during the pandemic. But this affectionate creature showed me that love can mean letting goIn July 2021, after…
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Mother of woman murdered by husband calls for UK animal abuse register
Annette Bramley says Holly’s Law would stop perpetrators acquiring pets and raise awareness of domestic abuse linkAnnette Bramley fondly remembers her daughter Holly as being family-oriented and a lover of…
Cats
The Growing Movement for Shelters to Make Room for Pets
Shelters recognize that many would rather sleep on the street than leave their animals behind.
Japan
‘Catnomics’: how Japan’s feline fixation has become an industry worth billions
Their influence is evident in every corner of society, the imperial family owns some, and Tokyo even has its own ‘cat town’Feline features stare out from the covers of umpteen…
Pets
The pet I’ll never forget: Tilly, the rabbit who taught us how to raise a family
This fluffy menace was harder work than either of our babies. But she did show us how to nurture a creature you can’t reason withTilly wasn’t our first choice: my…
Dogs
The problem with Britain’s dog obsession | Letters
Readers respond to Emine Saner’s article about the ubiquity of pooches in public spacesYour article on dogs was uncannily timely (‘She compared her dachshund to my newborn baby’: should you…
Pets
Love story: My dog Teddy was more than just a pet. We needed each other
Judith Geppert has an impressive resume of achievements and celebrations, but her capabilities are often questioned. Her dog Teddy, however, never treated her any differently.
Lifestyle
Meow’s your chance to feature your furry friend in a manga
Cat owners are invited to submit photos of their four-legged companions for a new translated book from Japan.
Pets
Killer counterfeits: the flea treatments that could send you rushing to the vet
Some cheap fakes contain toxic chemicals that make pets seriously unwell – and leave you with a big billYou want to save money whenever you can so when you see…