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Longevity secrets of dogs unleashed: Which breed will stay by your side the longest?
Longevity secrets of dogs unleashed: Which breed will stay by your side the longest?
Latest research from the UK's Dogs Trust has revealed some insight into the factors that determine which furry companion will be by your side the longest.
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Comedy Corner: “My mother’s favourite joke”
Comedy Corner: “My mother’s favourite joke”
"A man walks into a vet carrying his dog..."
Pets
The unusual items our dogs are devouring
The unusual items our dogs are devouring
In recognition of International Dog Day (August 26), pet owners are being urged to safeguard their pets from hidden hazards that could jeopardise their health.
Pets
The paw-fect companions: The ideal dog breeds for retirees revealed
The paw-fect companions: The ideal dog breeds for retirees revealed
As you step into retirement, bringing a dog into your home can offer boundless joy, companionship, and a range of health benefits.
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Why it’s time to reconsider sharing your bed with your pet
Why it’s time to reconsider sharing your bed with your pet
Sharing your bed with your furry friend might not be as ideal as it seems with a recent study suggesting cuddling up to your four legged friend may be doing more harm than good when it comes to sleep quality.
Cats
What your choice of pet can reveal about your personality
What your choice of pet can reveal about your personality
A recent study has found that dog owners are more likely to be more resilient and less neurotic than cat owners, and this may be down to inherent personality differences between the two groups.
Pets
Can dogs sense when you’re stressed? The surprising sixth sense of our four legged friends
Can dogs sense when you’re stressed? The surprising sixth sense of our four legged friends
Ever wondered why your dog seems to know just when you need a little extra comfort? A new study reveals that our furry friends can actually sniff out human stress and change their behaviour in response.
Cats
Calling all cat lovers! This ultra-stylish litter box just got even better (and cheaper)
Calling all cat lovers! This ultra-stylish litter box just got even better (and cheaper)
Michu’s much-loved feline furniture range has a new colour — and a reduced price to match.
Dogs
Dog owner desperately seeks solutions as teething puppy turns home into chew toy haven
Dog owner desperately seeks solutions as teething puppy turns home into chew toy haven
In a tale of teething trouble that every pet owner can empathise with, a frustrated dog owner has sought the wisdom of the online community to put a stop to their mischievous puppy's destructive chewing habits.
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