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MAY 11, 2025

GARDENING EXPERT URGES DOG OWNERS TO STEER CLEAR OF 14 TOXIC PLANTS
As the weather warms up and people spend more time in their gardens, dog owners are being urged to be vigilant as some of the most popular plants could be dangerous for pets. >>

MAY 06, 2025

DOG OWNERS ARE PICKING TICKS ALREADY THIS SEASON AS VETS URGE PRECAUTION
Pet owners in the London area are already seeing signs of ticks on their animals with veterinarians cautioning to not delay preventative treatment against the potentially dangerous insect. >>

MAY 06, 2025

STUDY REVEALS A SIMPLE TECHNIQUE TO COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR CAT
Cats may have a reputation for being aloof (and irresistibly floofy), but if you feel like you’re not connecting with your feline friend, you might just be speaking the wrong language. >>

APRIL 22, 2025

DOGS CAN UNDERSTAND WORDS EVEN IN MONOTONE SPEECH
We talk to our dogs constantly—during walks, mealtime, play, or just everyday chatter. Most people assume dogs only respond to tone or body language, not the actual words we say. But new research is proving that assumption wrong. >>

APRIL 22, 2025

DO CATS MAKE GOOD THERAPY ANIMALS? THE NEW TREND SHOWING FELINES MAY BE MORE COMPLICATED THAN WE REALISE
Dogs are known for being social, enthusiastic, and are commonly used to provide comfort in places like hospitals, schools, and care homes. But a growing number of people are turning to a different kind of companion: therapy cats. >>

APRIL 21, 2025

ROVER.COM RESEARCH INDICATES DOG-FRIENDLY WALK FAVOURITES
One in five Brits named the South West as the top region in the UK. >>

APRIL 20, 2025

THE 20 BEST BREEDS FOR INEXPERIENCED DOG OWNERS
Often called man’s best friend, dogs come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities. If you’re thinking about adopting a furry companion, you can make the transition easier by choosing a breed known for being obedient and affectionate. >>

APRIL 19, 2025

SEAGULL-CHASING DOG SWOOPS TO VICTORY IN CORGI DERBY
A seagull-chasing Corgi from Edinburgh has sprinted her way to glory in this year’s Corgi Derby. >>

APRIL 17, 2025

WHY IT’S NOT SAFE FOR DOGS TO DRINK FROM COMMUNAL WATER BOWLS
Think Before Your Dog Drinks: The Hidden Risks of Shared Water Bowls >>

APRIL 16, 2025

THE COMPLEX ORIGIN STORY OF DOMESTIC CATS: RESEARCH POINTS TO TUNISIA
For years, researchers believed that domestic cats likely traveled with early farmers during the Neolithic period, spreading across Europe as agriculture took hold. >>

APRIL 16, 2025

DOGS ‘EAVESDROP’ ON HUMANS – STUDY
A new study suggests that dogs may be able to “listen in” on human conversations. >>

APRIL 16, 2025

SECRET OF ORANGE CATS FINALLY UNCOVERED AFTER 60-YEAR SEARCH
In 2024, after six decades of searching, geneticists finally pinpointed the gene responsible for the marmalade coloring in domestic cats. >>

APRIL 16, 2025

SCIENTIFIC PROOF THAT PETS CAN MAKE YOU HAPPY
A new study scientifically quantified the effect of pets on life satisfaction. >>

APRIL 12, 2025

ARE CATS REALLY AFRAID OF CUCUMBERS? WE ASKED THE EXPERTS
You’ve likely come across those viral videos while scrolling through your social media feed: a cat calmly eating its kibble or wet food, when, suddenly, it notices a cucumber sitting behind it. >>

APRIL 01, 2025

DOG OWNERS GIVEN STARK WARNING AS FAMILY’S JACK RUSSELL DIES FROM VENOMOUS SNAKE BITE IN UK
A family in the UK has issued a serious warning to dog owners after their cherished Jack Russell tragically died just days after being bitten by a venomous snake. >>

MARCH 31, 2025

THERE’S A BETTER WAY TO PLAY WITH YOUR CAT
Cats are often seen as more “low-maintenance” than other pets, but just because your cat isn’t running up to you with a ball in their mouth, eager for a game of fetch, doesn’t mean they don’t need playtime. >>

MARCH 31, 2025

WHY DO DOGS LOVE TO PLAY WITH TRASH?
When I think about why dogs do certain things, I try to understand what motivates them. Take playing with trash, for example. As a veterinarian and a professor who teaches college students about companion animals, I believe the answer is simple: Garbage smells delicious and tastes good to dogs. >>

MARCH 28, 2025

A NEW CAT COLOR IS DEFYING GENETIC EXPECTATIONS
You’ve likely heard of spooky black cats, lively orange cats, and elegant tuxedo cats. If you’re a true cat enthusiast, you might even be familiar with rarer color variations like seal point or ticked tabby. But there’s a new cat color making waves—salmiak, or “salty liquorice.” >>

MARCH 26, 2025

CAN DOGS EASE OUR PERCEPTION OF PAIN?
A dog’s presence, more than a human’s, can boost pain tolerance. >>

MARCH 25, 2025

ARE DOGS THE NEW CHILDREN? BIRTH RATES AND DOG OWNERSHIP ANALYZED IN STUDY
In some countries, the number of dogs now exceeds the number of children—a reflection of the growing emotional significance dogs hold in our lives. But are people actually choosing dogs over kids? According to Professor Enikő Kubinyi, head of the Department of Ethology at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), the answer is more complex. >>

MARCH 20, 2025

5 CAT CAFES SHOULD BE ‘PHASED OUT’, RSPCA WARNS
There are currently over 30 cat cafes in England – and experts are warning they make it ‘almost impossible’ to meet the cats’ needs. >>

MARCH 06, 2025

5 SMARTEST DOG BREEDS NAMED AND ONE IS HAILED AS ‘EXCEPTIONALLY INTELLIGENT’
Dogs are celebrated as more than pets; they are loyal companions and cherished family members. A dog expert has revealed how popular dog breeds fare in terms of intelligence. >>

MARCH 05, 2025

STAFFY’S EPIC TRIP TO DOG FRIENDLY ZOO IS FULL OF PURE JOY
This Staffy adored his trip to the zoo! >>

MARCH 03, 2025

MEET MISCHIEF, THE FEARLESS CAT GOING VIRAL AFTER MAKING AN ENTIRE CITY HIS HOME
Mischief is becoming a global superstar as his adventures around Plymouth go viral on TikTok. >>

MARCH 02, 2025

‘I’M A DOG TRAINER – THESE 4 SIGNS SHOW WHETHER YOUR PET IS STRESSED OR UNHAPPY’
Dogs have a happy-go-lucky reputation but they’re not immune to feeling stressed or unhappy. Thankfully, professionals are on hand to share their expertise. >>

FERUARY 23, 2025

WHY DO CATS HAVE ‘TOE BEANS’?
The round little pads on cats’ paws are more than just cute – they’re a feat of evolution that serve many important functions. >>

FERUARY 19, 2025

WARNING ISSUED OVER DOG TREAT THAT COULD CAUSE ‘WEREWOLF SYNDROME’ WITH ITEM LINKED TO SEVERE SYMPTOMS AND EVEN DEATH
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding a dog treat that could potentially cause “werewolf syndrome.” >>

FERUARY 18, 2025

VOTE OPEN TO PUBLIC TO CROWN UK’s MOST HEROIC DOG IN CRUFTS AWARD
Nominees of the annual Hero Dog Award include a record-breaking blood donor dog and another who walked 3,000 miles alongside his grieving owner. >>

FERUARY 11, 2025

CAT ATTACHMENT STYLE IMPACTS BEHAVIOUR AND HORMONE LEVELS, STUDY FINDS
New research published in Applied Animal Behaviour Science reveals that, like dogs and even human babies, cats can form different types of emotional attachments to their owners, and these attachments significantly impact their behaviour and well-being. >>

FERUARY 3, 2025

THE SOCIAL LIFE OF CATS
A new study shows that rapid facial mimicry is especially important for the social interaction between cats. >>

JANUARY 25, 2025

CAT EXPERT SHARES THREE REASONS YOU SHOULD NEVER PUT A COLLAR ON YOUR PET
Many cat owners opt to collar their pets, believing it can help if they get lost or even alert prey with a bell attached. However, cat behavior expert Amanda Campion, with 30 years of experience in feline care, recommends against it. In a recent TikTok video, she shared three key reasons why she personally avoids using collars on cats. >>

JANUARY 24, 2025

MEET POPPY, AN OIL SPILL-SNIFFING DOG AND A SCIENTIFIC TRAILBLAZER
Poppy, a six-year-old springer spaniel with floppy brown ears and a tail that seems to have a life of its own, is universally regarded as a very good dog. >>

JANUARY 23, 2025

HOW DANGEROUS ARE XL BULLIES AND HOW DOES THE BAN WORK?
It’s been a year since the introduction of strict regulations on owning XL bully dogs in England and Wales. >>

JANUARY 22, 2025

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT PROTECTING YOUR CAT FROM BIRD FLU
Your orange tabby might be a fierce mouser, but house cats are not wild animals. Most veterinarians strongly advise against feeding companion animals raw food due to the risk of pathogens like salmonella and listeria. >>

JANUARY 18, 2025

WHEN CATS PLAY, THEY MIRROR ONE ANOTHER’S FELINE FACES
Animal play is a mix of fun, fairness, chaos, and serious business. The diverse ways in which animals engage in play with each other continue to captivate people—from researchers and citizen scientists to anyone curious about what animals are doing, thinking, and feeling while they play. After all, animals across many species “just wanna have fun.” >>

JANUARY 08, 2025

DO THERAPY DOGS ACTUALLY LIKE THEIR JOBS?
Therapy dogs have been shown to be effective in helping with a wide range of emotional issues, from severe conditions like suicidal depression and PTSD, to more common challenges such as exam stress in university students. >>

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