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Your dog can’t tell you when something feels off, but his body can. From coat shine to muscle tone, tiny changes often reveal what’s happening under the surface. A few minutes of gentle checking every

Like us, dogs are social creatures that thrive in company so being home alone can be very disturbing for them. There are many reasons why he might not cope. Some just have frustration of missing out o

Didn’t get quite the present you wanted from Santa? Well, there is probably someone else, somewhere, who will want it. If you can’t return it for a refund or replacement, why not help out a good cause

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

Horses rarely make it obvious when something hurts, but their body, behaviour and expression tell the story — if you know what to look for. Equine vet Lucinda Ticehurst explains how to spot discomfort early, when to call the vet, and how to support recovery safely and responsibly

Some people get quite frustrated when their puppy won’t release an object, especially if it is something that they shouldn’t really have in the first place, such as their owner’s shoe, or a child’s fa