Romeo, the hero

Martine’s impromptu New Year trip with her pup changed the course of her life…

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

Stephanie Smith felt nobody could understand the depth of her loss when she had to say goodbye to her companion

I’d lost my hubby and the kids had lost their dad. But I knew what to do next…

→ 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

In a fast-paced world, our dogs still need our time and patience, says Carolyn Menteith