Pets
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.
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?
Do cats know when it’s about to rain?
They act desperate to go out, the once they're out - they want to come in. Can cats sense the weather changing? Or are they just indecisive?
Why do dogs like sticks so much?
What’s brown and sticky? Hurray for sticks; nature’s very own dog toy.
The psychology of grief: Why losing a pet dog or cat is like losing a family member
Several studies have found that the bereavement of a pet can be just as traumatic as the bereavement of a human family member.
Do dogs actually enjoy their food?
Smell plays a big part.
Why do dogs look like their owners?
Sometimes, the resemblance is uncanny...
I regularly worm my pets. Should I worm myself, too?
Yes, it's possible for humans to get worms.
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?
Why do so many cats have white paws?
This distinctive feature can be seen on moggies everywhere.
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.
The best pet cameras for dogs and cats in 2024
Keep a close, comforting eye on your beloved pets with these smart pet cameras.
FitBark 2 review: Can a doggy fitness tracker help your best friend get healthy?
Keep an eye on your pet’s activity and monitor their sleeping habits with this lightweight tracker.
Reality Check | How big is my pet’s carbon pawprint and what can I do to minimise it?
Looking after a pet can have a surprisingly large impact on the environment.
Petcube Cam review: An affordable camera that can reassure you and your pets
Chat to your dog or cat (or goldfish, naturally) when you're out of the house, and get alerts when they're up to mischief.
COVID-19 | Pets may be at risk of catching it from their owners
Experts suggest that we avoid contact with our beloved pups and kitties if we contract the disease.
Reality Check | Will my dog get lonely after I go back to the office after lockdown?
Our pups are used to us being at home all the time. How will they cope when we have to go back out to work?
The science of dogs: Everything you need to know about your best buddy
Why do dogs eat grass? Are they really colourblind? And why do they insist on rolling in fox poo at every opportunity?
What causes wet dog smell?
Asked by: Chris Mayhew
You may need to vaccinate your pets against COVID-19, scientists warn
Coronavirus can infect a wide range of species including cats, dogs, mink and other domesticated species, experts said.
Flat-faced 'grumpy cats' may struggle to communicate how they feel
Their big eyes and 'grumpy' faces might make it difficult for us to tell when they are actually in pain and need our help, researchers warn.
Eight mind-blowing facts about cats, according to science
Curiosity won't kill these cats.