Catherine Renton
Catherine Renton is a writer based in Edinburgh whose work has been featured in Vogue, Elle, Glamour, Refinery29, and the Guardian, among others. When she's not writing, she is tending to the every whim of her cocker spaniel Bonnie, who loves belly rubs, people and chasing squirrels.
Recent Kinship articles by Catherine Renton
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Are Cat Cafes Ethical? Here’s What The Experts Say
Weighing up the pros and cons
Why Is My Dog Obsessed With Snapping the Air?
If your dog is snapping at the air, it could be more than just play
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Scotland’s New Dog Ownership Code of Practice: A Complete Guide For Pet Parents
Everything you need to know about the new Code of Practice north of the border
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What’s That Stench? How to Get Rid of the Smell of Fox Poo On Your Dog
The race is on to get rid of that offensive smell...
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Yes, You Really Can Take Your Dog To The Zoo
They can join in the fun, too
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The Internet’s Divided: Should You Wear Headphones When Walking Your Dog?
How to make sure you’re not missing any cues and that you both stay safe
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Can CBD Oil Help Anxious Dogs? Here’s What Science Says
Can CBD be the calming answer your anxious dog needs? Dive into the latest research and see how it could help
Is Your Pup ‘Neophobic’? These Are The Signs To Look Out For
Help your dog overcome the fear of the unknown
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Should You Walk Your Dog In a Cemetery?
People are questioning not just if you’re allowed to walk your dog in a graveyard, but whether you should
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How to Toilet Train a Puppy in a Flat With No Outdoor Space
Just ’letting them out in the garden’ isn't an option for everyone, especially in this economy
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Face Tattoos or Coloured Hair? You’re Just What Guide Dogs Need
People with distinctive features step forwards, you’re needed to train the next generation of seeing eye dogs. Here’s what’s involved...
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Where to Get Help If You’re Struggling to Afford Your Pet
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
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AI Discovers 5 Different Dog Personalities – Which One is Your Pup?
A new study scores dogs on behaviours such as how they responded when unfamiliar people visited or if they were jealous when their owner gave affection to another animal
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How Do I Know If My Dog Is Afraid of the Dark?
If your dog is reluctant to go outside in the evening (or 4pm as it’s known in winter), there might be a good reason
