Skills: backpacking with dogs

There's no longer any need to leave your favourite four-legged friend behind when you go on holiday, says Richard MacKichan, because hotels, superyacht designers and airlines are all setting new standards for petfriendly travel

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The cold, dark winter months can bring a great deal of rain and stormy weather, when, let’s be honest, the thought of spending our weekends exploring the countryside can seem less appealing. Fortunate

Choosing a dog is something that will impact your life for many years and a variety of factors will influence your decision. These will include the reasons you want a canine companion, your lifestyle,

FOR dogs living in city centres or flats, daily walks can sometimes be tricky. Perhaps the weather is dreadful, the pavements too hot, or your schedule unexpectedly changes. Whatever the reason, there

Owning and living with a dog is rather like being in a club, says Tim Relf , and there are some things only you will know...