Ibizan hound

The Yorkshire Terrier’s story begins in the smoky mill towns of nineteenth century Yorkshire, where Scottish labourers brought their small Terriers to help catch rats in mines and factories. From this

Hunting’s cultural heritage should be officially recognised, says Ed Swales

There’s a last-minute change of huntsman for the Bedale opening meet, and hounds do their very best in less-than-ideal conditions

How these rare baby animals are bringing hope for their species

Going hunting without your own hunter is an increasingly popular choice for a range of reasons, finds Lucy Higginson

→ 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