It’s hard to believe that a lovable and cheeky Cockerpoo, who was on the brink of paralysis just months ago, is now back enjoying holidays around Europe in a campervan with his devoted owners. After R

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I got out of jail in 2023 and came to Big Issue. I started working straight away, because I’ve got a missus and three children – two stepsons and a daughter. They’re 10, five and 18 months. In the spr

→ When Bella meets Chris Packham, she engages in what the wildlife presenter describes as an “ancient greeting ceremony”. That is to say, she licks his entire face. “Oh, she likes you,” says Big Issue

BORN to a stray in the wilds of Lancashire, little Spud didn’t have the best start in life. But after being taken in by Cats Protection and then given a loving home by Carol Walker, the adorable littl

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