Pets
Scientists uncover (very) creepy reason humans first kept pet cats
Our relationship with our feline friends may not have gotten off to the best start…
10 simple ways to keep your dogs safe and happy during a heatwave
Pro tips to keep your furry friend cool when it’s hot outside.
Science wants you to share more adorable pet photos. Here’s why
It's official: the internet needs more pictures of cats with bread on their head
Think you understand your dog? This study says you’re wrong – and what you should do instead
A study on human perceptions of dog behaviour found we are much worse at understanding our dogs' emotions than we think we are.
Your dog’s weight struggles might be genetic (just like in humans)
Researchers studied over 200 very good boys to find the key genetic links between human and canine obesity.
Can animals be left- or right-pawed?
Does your pet favour one paw in particular? Surprisingly there is an easy way to find out and it applies to most animals.
Why do dogs circle round and round before pooping?
There really is nothing science hasn't turned its attention to.
Can owning a pet really slow cognitive decline?
Furry friends 'til the end.
Why do cats pile up imaginary litter outside their litter box?
It's another quirk of our furry friends.
Is my dog intentionally trying to make me laugh?
Our pets are often paws-itively hilarious. But are they doing it on purpose?
Why do cats love knocking stuff off tables?
Their cuteness excuses the broken vases.
The real reason cats scratch furniture – and how to make them stop
They're cute, so they get away with it.
Why talking to animals could soon become a reality
Snuffles will be taking over the world before you know it.
Here are the secret ways your dog is communicating with you
Your dog is trying to tell you something – you’re just missing the signs.
8 (very very cute) facts about cats, according to science
Curiosity won't kill these cats.
A new colour of cat has been discovered
After years of research, a Finnish team of researchers have finally worked out what’s behind the colouring of ‘salty liquorice’ cats.
Here’s which cats will live the longest, according to science
Cats’ lifespans haven’t received much attention – but we now know a lot more about how long our furry friends might live.
Does my dog love me? Here’s how to know for sure
Sure, they wag their tails to greet us and are happy to snuggle up and watch TV in the evening, but are our beloved pooches actually experiencing the same love for us as we feel for them?
The strangest animal behaviour to expect during April's solar eclipse
Steer clear of any giraffes or giant tortoises on 8 April. But do keep an eye on your pooch.
Why do dogs like sticking their heads out of car windows?
They're not just feeling the wind in their fur...
Time with dogs could help improve your concentration, study finds
Need another excuse to hang out with your hound? Here’s one: scientists have now shown it increases the power of your brain waves.
7 of the best cat books to help you understand your feline friend
Animal behaviour expert Dr Zazie Todd recommends seven of the best books on cats.
Top 10: Biggest dog breeds in the world
Our best friends can sometimes be a bit too big to cuddle-up with on the sofa.
What's the longest a cat can live for? Here are the world's oldest felines
What is the average lifespan for a cat – and who were the world's oldest cats?