animal advocacy

It should be a last resort, and there are plenty of options to explore first, but here’s how to rehome your pet safely if you have to

How much do you really know about the dog that everyone is talking about?

Struggling with the cost of neutering? These places can help

All your dog wants for Christmas is a bodyguard to keep them safe from unfamiliar sights and sounds

As more and more animals come into the care of rescue centres, those who care for them are suffering, too

Let them know how much they’ve done for you by doing everything for them

Houssein Hamze has been feeding the pets of people fleeing the conflict in Lebanon. Now he’s lost his home and vital resources for the cats, dogs and other animals he cares for

It’s not just the XL Bully that the government has banned

Activists from Turkish rescue centres tell us how you can support them in their most desperate hour

Before you pet that stray dog on your holiday, find out how to protect yourself and still show compassion

The UK’s XL Bully ban has led to a tragic rise in cruelty cases

It’s been nearly a month since Turkey passed the ‘massacre’ law that many feared would lead to a mass culling of the country’s beloved street dogs – here’s what’s been happening since

Meet the charity that helps protect the animal-human bond

If your mental health is causing you to neglect your pet, find them immediate care while you get help

The new bill, seen as a potential death sentence for many of Turkey’s cherished street dogs, was passed in July. Activists tell us they will keep on fighting

The charity’s latest figures reveal that cats are increasingly falling victim to deliberate weapon attacks

As more people choose to adopt, rescue dog meet-ups are popping up all over the UK and the US. One writer took her former stray Lucy along to see what it’s all about…

”It’s the commodification of animals, it’s social currency – whether it’s to look hard or manly or to emulate a celebrity. We put pressure on that dog to play a role in our lives”

Beloved pets are often used by perpetrators of domestic abuse to manipulate their victims. That’s why Dogs Trust runs a specialist service to temporarily home dogs while their parents seek safety

There’s nothing dog parents love talking about more than their pups, so why not tell the world about them?

A total of £76,500 has been paid out so far

It’s not all cuddling cute puppies and kittens…

Plus, how to donate to pet food banks to help other pet parents in need

They might be bigger, but that just means there’s more of them to love

It’s not quite the same as buying secondhand clothes…

Right now if your pet is stolen, the government treats it as property theft, instead of the loss of a valued family member

Look out for untrustworthy breeders – and report them

Even if you do want to live that Elle Woods life...

A study found that a dog’s breed accounts for less than 10 percent of their behaviour

The truth is breed labels are often wrong

You’ve chosen to adopt a dog, congratulations! But with dogs in need both here and abroad, which route should you take?

People with distinctive features step forwards, you’re needed to train the next generation of seeing eye dogs. Here’s what’s involved...

If you’re struggling with pet care costs, you are far from alone and there’s no shame seeking help. Here’s a few places to start

From 1 February, XL Bullies must follow a strict set of rules and hold a certificate of exemption. Here’s what that means for your dog

The legislation aims to end the practice by 2027. Here’s what you can do to help right now

The charities and shelters that need your help this Christmas

One of the most popular breeds in the world is also one of the least genetically diverse, causing huge implications for the breed