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behaviour & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behaviour.

jack russell dog on lead barks at the camera
Rottweiler dog looking at camera

We know your dog is always the best in your eyes, but which breeds are stealing the nation’s hearts?

Woman holding her puppy in her lap while he tries to bite her.

Those little teeth are sweet, but they definitely don’t feel good on your hand

Labrador dog wants to eat breakfast.

It's time to reframe the situation

Dog on their back looking at human's hand above them

It’s all fun and games... until it’s not

A grey kitten walks over some tinfoil

Discover how to safely keep your kitty from counter-surfing

picture of a woman holding a cat while a man puts up a Christmas wreath

It’s the most wonderful time of the year... for you. Your cat feels otherwise

dog and person sleeping in bed

Is your dog overly clingy? Here’s how to help them build independence

picture of a pitbull cocking their head to the left

It’s not just ’cause its cute

Black cat jumping from the table to the closet.

The science behind the feline ability to land on their feet

a picture of a dog wearing an orange harness being held by the bottom half of a human male wearing running gear

Keen to hit the road and get fit with your pup? Read this first

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

Woman walking a dog on a lead

Keeping your dog on a lead isn’t mean – sometimes, it’s the kindest choice



A human hand dangles a treat over a cat's head as the cat looks up

Work with your cat and not against them

Cat and shepherd dog touching faces

Think cats and dogs are natural enemies? Think again

beagle dog sniffing grass

Fancy putting your dog’s nose to the test?

a picture of a white poodle wearing a plastic recovery cone

If your pet is recovering from surgery and hates wearing a cone, don’t panic

Somali cat lie inside transperent plastic box.

Taking “if I fits, I sits” to a whole new level...

a young woman wearing jeans and white headphones has a beagle on a lead

How to make sure you’re not missing any cues and that you both stay safe

Tortoiseshell cat watching a television

From ‘Cat TV’ to Netflix, discover why your feline is hooked on the screen – and if it’s actually good for them

Dog hiding under orange blanket

From calming supplements to creating safe spaces, here’s how you can prepare your pup for firework season

A woman with tattoos hugging her white cat in a cluttered, art-filled room

Thanks to your neighbour’s treats, your kitty’s over-the-fence visits are starting to become uncomfortably regular...

Young woman playing with a dog outdoors stock photo.

If you think your pup’s basically James Acaster, science backs you up

Woman playing with her cat.

It’s the key to a happy cat

labrador sitting with crossed paws

It’s giving Lady Whistledown...

dog held in humans arms

Help your dog overcome the fear of the unknown

person holding a cockerpoo mix

Think Cockapoos are healthier because they’re crossbreeds? Learn what the latest research says

grey fluffy cat sits on lap of girl with cat tattoo

Hiding treats in your pockets out of sheer desperation? Learn how to make your thighs the Chosen Ones

Picture of close up scared chihuahua in their bed

Rolling on their back doesn’t automatically mean they want belly rubs...

woman on a beach in greece petting a stray dog

Before you pet that stray dog on your holiday, find out how to protect yourself and still show compassion


XL bully puppy

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

a dog stand nervously by the water on a dock

All dogs love cooling off by splashing about and swimming in water, right? So why does yours... not?