The ruff guide to… rescue dogs

Zoologist, writer, TV presenter – Dr Sasha Norris has had a glittering career in academia and the media since she graduated from the University of Bristol more than 30 years ago. Yet today she’s kneel

Imagine you are adopting a human toddler. He can’t verbalise his worries or emotions. You are unknown and the environment is unfamiliar. It’s a perturbing period and it takes time to build trust and f

I saved my dog from my violent ex, then he saved me right back

When Martine Davis’ life was upended it was her dog that got her through the loneliness. Now she’s helping others do the same…

Carol was not what you would call a dog person. It wasn’t that she actively disliked the creatures – she just didn’t see the point in having one in the house. All the hassle, the hair everywhere, and

We are a nation of pet lovers! Here, Sarah Vine -former wife of politician Sir Michael Gove -reveals why, when the chips are down, her dogs really are her best friends...