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Let’s talk humans. See what celebs have to say about pet parenthood. Find advice on handling your pet’s other people (eg your ex). And get more tips on the people stuff.

XL Bully running on grass

Everything you need to know about the ban and legal exemptions

Dog on a lead at dusk with a sunset in the background and a light-up collar

Gear up and get out there – even when it’s pitch black at 4pm

Dog and child looking at each other sat on the grass

A study shows cuddles with pups go beyond just comfort

Cat and shepherd dog touching faces

Think cats and dogs are natural enemies? Think again

brown Labrador rolling on their back on grass

Dive into why dogs are drawn to that pungent pile

a man and a woman with tattoos huge a red and white dog

“You realise that they can’t do anything without you. They need you. But then you realise you need them just as much”

Man walks with back to camera surrounded by dogs

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

A couple sat with a red miniature poodle cross dog

A simple dog DNA test turned into a surprise discovery

Valentin Pujadas illustration

Experts share the science-backed ways our pets offer us emotional support

cat climbing onto a table with various vegetables on it

Curious about a plant-based diet for your pet? Discover what science has to say about it

Black and white collie dog looking anxious

Can CBD be the calming answer your anxious dog needs? Dive into the latest research and see how it could help


andrew lloyd webber leans on a table with a black dog with a white beard

It’s been five years since the movie Cats was unleashed upon us

XL bully puppy

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

two very fluffy dogs are pushed along in a dog stroller

With a declining (human) birth rate and fast-rising dog pup-ulation, the country looks set to be the pet parent capital of the world

A group of dogs running towards the camera in a green field

Spoiler alert: Luna’s no longer the top dog, but she’s still shining bright



Dog playing with a ball

Got a distracted pup? Discover if it’s ADHD and how to help

Two vets sit on the pavement in the background with an old Staffie dog in the foreground.

Meet the charity that helps protect the animal-human bond

dogs running with a football

A well-enriched dog is a happy dog – and who wouldn’t want that?



Beagle dog lying on a suitcase

Whether you’ve got a laid-back Lab or a temperamental Terrier, there’s a pet care option for everyone



a woman holds up a dog with one eye they are both smiling

“I can rely on my cats to be there – no ghosting here – and, claws aside, they’ll  never intentionally hurt me”

man holding dog lead and collar

It might not be something you ever want to think about, but planning ahead will be a help when the time comes

Husky on tarmac in warm weather

How to keep your dog safe, happy and active all summer long

Woman taking a selfie with her dog

The real impact of social media trends on your pets’ well-being

dog looking up at white woman putting hair up in a mirror

And what you can do inside instead

Glen Powell and his dog Brisket wearing Stetson hats

Move over Brat Girl Summer, the nepo dogs are here to stay

Person walking dog on lead

Ways to keep your dog safe that you’ve never thought of 



picture of trent alexander-arnold holding a french bulldog and smiling

It's coming home, but who are the pups the players are going home to?

Black Labrador with an employee lanyard

The dynamic duo have already made a paws-itive impact

Labrador outside polling station in the sun

Number one concern? The cheese tax

Life is sweet for the pups of these pet parents...

person hugging their dog on a sofa

The death of a pet is a heartbreaking time. A new poll shows Brits would like their workplaces to recognise that

woman hugging a Dalmatian

Those spots aren’t just for show...

Dog in a car seat being strapped into the seat belt by their harness

Including how to stop them jumping out the window whilst you’re driving...

Woman with ginger hair at a table with her laptop and her white dog on her lap

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

It’s not all cuddling cute puppies and kittens…

Golden retriever lying in grass with red eyes

Pet parents are being urged to keep their pets indoors during peak pollen times “until September”

Could this be the ultimate way to show your love for your pet?

Human and golden retriever greeted by captain at the stairs of a private jet with BarkAir logo

On these flights, dogs come first and humans second

Newfoundland dog in the arms its owner

How to get that insurance premium down (without sacrificing your pup’s health)

Taylor Swift holding two small kittens in each hand and smiling down at them

In celebration of her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, we unleash the best Taylor Swift-inspired pet names for all the Swifties out there

Brown, half breed dog sitting on a chair next to his owner, a blonde stylish woman wearing a brown smart suit.

Researchers say dogs actually have a pretty good sense of what we’re thinking

woman on the bus with her dog on the chair

An awkward reality for many of us

Man walking his dog on a pavement

We delve into the age-old debate

man with ginger hair and beard, wearing a blue T-shirt lying down and looking at his black dog in his arms

Everything you need to know about how pet insurance works in the UK

dog running through a field of yellow flowers jumping up at their pet parent

There’s no need to worry, if you know what to look out for

Woman with brown hair on hand and knees with yellow cleaning gloves on, cleaning the floor whilst a black Labrador watches on

Because we have to look after the four-legged family members, too

aries collage

Or the diva cat energy. Either applies this month

A man with a face tattoo, a man with a beard and a woman with face tattoos hug black labrador puppies

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

Dog lying on grass with a child standing next to them holding an easter basket filled with eggs.

Want to include your four-legged family member in the seasonal fun? Of course you do

Daschund dog sat on a chair looking up at owner eating hot cross buns

Sometimes ‘sharing is caring’ isn’t the best advice

Messi dog at the Oscars

The pup wasn’t nominated for best actor, but he won over our hearts (and Ryan Gosling’s, too)

an illustration of a cat with various cat chores: being groomed, scooping the litter box, feeding the cat

So you don’t have to be annoyed anymore

pisces celebrities rihanna, drew barrymore and kumail nanjiani

Cry into their fur until notable birthday girl Rihanna releases a new album

Dog holding a toy and looking up at their owner

And should you be worried?

Man wearing grey T-shirt and shorts with trainers walks alongside his dog on the lead in the woods

How to set boundaries and protect your pup



Two women walking several dogs in Copenhagen with colourful leads and accessories.

Run, don’t walk to get your hands on this delightful collab

Couple lies on the grass with their Malamut dog in the park

Meeting your new partner’s pet is an honour – winning them over is another story. Here are some tips for being friends with your significant other’s best animal pal

French bulldog lying on a bed with their head at a tilt

Sorry to break it to you, you might not know your pup as well as you think you do

Brie Larson and the dog in Lessons in Chemistry

“One day you’re working with Meryl Streep, and the next day you literally have a pony at somebody’s party”

A Young Woman Rests in the Grass With Pet Poodle Dog.

From sustainability to training, here’s what the new year promises to bring to the pet world

How to get your dog home, should the worst happen



Jess Tran laying in a bed looking lovingly at her dog.

The creative guru on taking her dog to therapy, finding community at the dog park, and the ‘spiritual journey’ of pet parenthood


Jasmine Hemsley standing with her two dogs

“They gather around when they see us setting up a sound bath – they can sense a calming energy and want chill-out time with us”

Juno Dawson on a couch with her Chihuahua, Prince

The author of the ninth-most banned book in the US finds joy in creating queer art and basking in the unconditional love of her Chihuahua

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