A study of 2,000 owners revealed most pet pooches only get their gnashers cleaned on a monthly basis. And 23 per cent said their dog actively disliked or even hated getting their teeth brushed. Trying to bite the toothbrush (21 per cent), tensing up (20 per cent) and running away (16 per cent) were the main reactions dogs have to …
The top ‘soothing’ songs most likely to keep your dog calm on long car journeys include ‘How Deep is Your Love’, by The Bee Gees, and Bob Marley’s ‘No Woman No Cry’, according to experts. Sam Sutton, senior lecturer of music at the University of West London, revealed Bryan Adams’ ‘(Everything I Do) I’ll Do It for You’ and Foreigner’s …
Celebrity canine trainer The Dogfather has spoken of the vital part a pooch can play in care homes – by helping to enhance residents’ length and quality of life. The popular behaviourist from Channel 5’s Dog’s Behaving (very) Badly revealed how animals such as cats and dogs can have a huge impact on the health and happiness of elderly residents. …
Brits have revealed the most elusive animals they have never seen in real life – including dormice, beavers and otters. But the nocturnal nightjar and tiny pine marten topped the list of critters Brits have never glimpsed while out and about. A poll of 2,000 adults found 85 per cent have never seen an otter in the wild and 87 …
Exploring a new city, paddleboarding, kayaking and even skateboarding are other activities they are keen to experience together with their pups. Other adventures listed in top 30 include travelling on a road trip, watching a sunset and attending a dog yoga class. The study of 2,000 dog owners also found 32 per cent class their four-legged friend as …
A poll of 2,000 dog owners found 51 per cent are planning to take their pet on a summer staycation this year, with 88 per cent who purchased a pup during the pandemic taking them on their first holiday. But 46 per cent didn’t realise dogs need sun protection, while 55 per cent weren’t aware of any potential side effects …
The journey of pet ownership is illustrated in a series of snaps, including one pesky mog popping a paw in the aquarium to catch a fish, another causing havoc with Christmas decorations and a third having a game of monopoly. While dastardly dogs are featured thieving slippers, shredding toilet rolls and tearing up sofa cushions. But it still looks like …
Cat and dog owners’ top 25 pet peeves include the animals stealing food, howling in the night and walking across the kitchen counter. A quarter of the 1,000 pet owners polled admitted they find their furry friends frustrating, at least some of the time. But 82 per cent put the antics down to their cheeky character, while seven …
Those with a dog have 69 per cent more ‘meaningful’ interactions – one-to-ones which boost their overall mood – a month than those without a pet. The study of 2,004 adults also found dog owners benefit from the simple act of walking their canine chum, as 31 per cent feel less lonely when they go for a stroll with their …
But vet bills (27 per cent), picking up poo (26 per cent) and barking or meowing all hours of the night (19 per cent) are nothing compared to the chaos caused by the molting (31 per cent) of four-legged family members. A poll of 2,000 dog and cat owners revealed half are disgusted by the hair and mess their pets …
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