Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight

A s we edge closer to spring, I find myself daydreaming about morning walks that no longer require five carefully chosen layers just to stay warm. That said, I’m far less confident that a change in se

Jayne and Mike Walker have finally found their calling in life

If you have a calm dog who loves people and is well trained, he might enjoy working in television or films. Some people find this a very rewarding, fun activity and, as a bonus, their dogs can earn so

With her soft expression, gentle nature and calming influence, Golden Retriever, Pippa, has arguably become the most popular member of staff at an East Midlands primary school. In just a few months, t

LONDON’S MOST EXCLUSIVE SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, CLUBS, HOTELS AND HOMES ARE WELCOMING CANINE COMPANIONS LIKE NEVER BEFORE. FROM ANNABEL’S AND LIBERTY TO SCOTT’S AND J SHEEKEY, ALEXANDRA GOSS DISCOVERS TAILS WAGGING ACROSS TOWN, AND SEEKS ADVICE FROM THE CAPITAL’S MOST IN-DEMAND BEHAVIOURIST