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 …

Pupils from Welholme Academy in Grimsby and Kingston Primary School in Benfleet broached subjects many adults would avoid – including asking if blind people dream in colour. Vlogger Siobhan Meade, who is completely blind after losing her sight at aged 16, was in the hot seat, answering everything the little ones put to her and her guide dog Marty. Asked …

A survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners in relationships discovered a quarter would prefer to cuddle up on the sofa with their furry friend than their significant other. While nearly a fifth enjoy spending one-on-one time with their four-legged companion more than with their partner – with not being asked ‘silly questions’ one of the top reasons. Others favour …

A poll of 2,000 cat and dog owners found 56 per cent plan on celebrating 14th February with their furry friend. Taking their dog on a romantic walk, putting something they like on TV and letting them sleep in the same bed are also among the things owners are planning to do with their pet on the big day. While …