2+ week, 5+ day ago   (913+ words) Many people find petting a purring cat is soothing, and research indicates it’s not just because of the soft fur Cats may have a reputation for independence, but emerging research suggests we share a unique connection with them – fuelled by…...

3+ week, 10+ hour ago   (398+ words) Some viral clips encourage owners to give dogs ibuprofen – but the drug is highly toxic to animals Pet owners are being urged to exercise extreme caution when seeking veterinary advice on platforms like TikTok, following a warning from a leading…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (738+ words) Some people dedicate accounts exclusively to their pets, with some of these animals gaining notoriety and wealth as ‘pet influencers.’ Others share their daily lives through pictures of interactions with their companion animals. And the tech industry has responded with…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (598+ words) Questions like ‘will getting a pet benefit our child’s mental health?’ are increasingly common and pertinent Questions like “will getting a pet benefit our child’s mental health?” are increasingly common and pertinent. In Spain, for instance, more than half of…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (682+ words) This article was originally published on 30 July and was republished on 14 August. Larry, the Downing Street cat, has had to adapt to seven different prime ministers moving into No 10 over the past decade. Yet while the nation’s attention has been…...