Many ancient civilisations celebrated the new year not on 1 January, but in March. They certainly had a point: spring feels like a new beginning, as nature awakens after the cold, dark days of winter.

Spring marks one of the biggest moments in the canine calendar: Crufts. In this issue, we offer some tips to get the most out of your visit... but most importantly come and say hello at the Your Dog s

CHARLIE the guinea pig was the love of my life – cute, full of character, demanding but easily pleased, and utterly adorable. This cute furry creature lived in our hallway in winter, and in the garden

JUST like us, pets can have mood swings, and for some, certain times of year bring noticeable dips in energy. Seasonal changes, shorter daylight hours, and shifts in routine can affect dogs, cats, and

Most mornings, Ian Duff walks to his pitch on Union Street in Bath with a huge, fluffy dog on one side and a lean, bright-eyed one on the other. Trigger is the showstopper – a big, mixed-breed rescue

Assistance dog, Nina, is a vibrant, young Labrador with a truly life-saving gift. Nina can detect the chemical changes in the body before an oncoming epileptic seizure. Nina provides both comfort and