As vets warn of a canine-obesity epidemic, one owner sizes up the science and asks: how can we help our dogs stay in shape and live longer?

The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruely to animals has released its manifesto ahead of May’s elections

Graham Fletcher discusses horse vettings and getting bums on seats

Body confidence is at a crossroads. The everyday conversation around weight and appearance has shifted from supermodels and diet clubs, and is now dominated by weight-loss drugs, biohacking and viral

What does the wear on a horseshoe tell us? Simon Moore FWCF explains how farriers assess which shoeing approach is needed

Fine-tuning a horse’s diet to the specific demands of his work aids optimum results. Ed Busuttil MRCVS outlines the science behind sport horse nutrition