Can a pet help you live longer?

There’s a reason we call them man’s best friend. Our fluffy companions aren’t just adorable pals; they might be making us live longer too. One major study found that dog ownership was associated with

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

Could the old-fashioned ways of keeping healthy be the answer to staying well?

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

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