How your dog is helping you live longer

Daisy Lindlar knows she’s very lucky. The 32-year-old and her partner are looking forward to spending their first Christmas in their private rented home with labradoodle Gizmo, who is eight months old

A furry hot-water bottle? Or a restless snoring pest? Sharing a bed with a dog isn’t ideal for everyone, but it certainly warms the soul, says Bethany Stone

Let’s start with the numbers. There are about 13.5 million tame wolves (we call them pet dogs), 12.5 million cats, one million rabbits, 700,000 tortoises and turtles, 700,000 guinea pigs, 600,000 hams

Simply ‘being’ gives your body and brain a break and prevents burnout. It’s also crucial to productivity, say scientists reporting in the Journal of Organizational Behavior. After following office wor

Mince pies and prosecco aside, this can be one of the best times of year for our wellbeing

Living with a small dog can be a joy, but does require both sensitivity and strength, says Carolyn Menteith