The raccoon dog

On the morning of 4 August 1577, the good Christian folk of Bungay assembled in St Mary’s Church for their regular Sunday service. But more sinister forces were also gathering in the Suffolk town. Dar

For many people, the word ‘wolverine’ will conjure up the image of a ripped Hollywood superhero, rather than a bear-like creature the size of a dog that lives in the snowy forests, tundra and mountain

Whether it’s their distinctive fur pattern, or the Disney film, the Dalmatian is an instinctively recognisable breed with a history that makes it no surprise that Cruella De Vil was so interested. Whi

Found across heathland, moorland, woodland and grassland, the common lizard can be seen basking in sunny spots

Living with a Dalmatian is to live with a loveable clown. A dog who weighs between 25kg and 35kg but considers themselves to be a lapdog. A dog who greets you at every turn with a wagging tail (move a

The wily fox must be one of the best-known animals in the UK. I am willing to place a wager that there must be less than 100 people in the country who have never heard of a fox before. I conducted a q