Rescue dog Kratu, who went viral for hilarious Crufts agility runs inspires book and changed his owner's life

Rescue dog Kratu, who went viral for hilarious Crufts agility runs inspires book and changed his owner's life

When trainer Wendy Kruger from Woodgreen Pets Charity invited Kratu to participate as part of a rescue dog agility team at Crufts, Swan felt motivated to seek help for her mental health because she wanted to be able to attend — and enjoy it.

How did dogs become man’s best friend? Scientists may have an answer

How did dogs become man’s best friend? Scientists may have an answer

A new study suggests mutations in a gene involved in the production of the stress hormone cortisol may have played a role in the domestication of dogs.

Patron the mine-sniffing dog is capturing Ukraine's hearts

Patron the mine-sniffing dog is capturing Ukraine's hearts

A 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier has captured the hearts of Ukrainians as he sniffs out mines and other unexploded weapons left behind by Russian soldiers.

US veterinarians are helping displaced Ukrainian pets. Here’s what they’re seeing

US veterinarians are helping displaced Ukrainian pets. Here’s what they’re seeing

Geller and his fellow volunteers — who over the course of the next two weeks garnered the nickname the Blue Vet Group because they’d work late into the night in their glowing blue tent — also treated Romanian street dogs in need of care.

How Ukrainian pets bring solace for some refugees but heartbreak for others

How Ukrainian pets bring solace for some refugees but heartbreak for others

At a nearby refugee reception centre in Lodyna just over the Polish border, a young girl arrived with her mother after a long journey from eastern Ukraine and the first thing she did after being given a camp-bed was to feed and cuddle the rats in her pet carrier.

Dogs and their owners review eight of the best pup-friendly subscription boxes

Dogs and their owners review eight of the best pup-friendly subscription boxes

Toys and healthy treats Tested by: Joey, four-year-old German Shepherd from London There’s a lot to draw you in with Postman Pooch – boxes are tailored to your dog, you get a free premium subscription to VidiVet online veterinary support (worth £10/month), a handmade dog bow tie with your first box, and poo bags every month.

Viagra may help dogs overcome potentially fatal eating disorder

Viagra may help dogs overcome potentially fatal eating disorder

As further work is done on this subject, it could start to make its way through to vets who will be able to prescribe it to owners with dogs suffering from megaesophagus.

Dogs channel inner ‘Superman’ as they’re snapped ‘flying’ through the air

Dogs channel inner ‘Superman’ as they’re snapped ‘flying’ through the air

The athletic animals — from sausage dogs to rottweilers — get up to three feet off the ground (Picture: Nigel Wallace / SWNS)An Olympic athlete turned-photographer has compiled some incredible images of dogs striking their best Superman poses as they ‘fly’ mid-air.

Chewy's Pharmacy Is Making It Easier to Keep Your Pets Healthy

Chewy's Pharmacy Is Making It Easier to Keep Your Pets Healthy

With the help and recommendations from your veterinarian, you can send your flea and tick medication prescription right to the Chewy Pharmacy.

Border collie loves herding football like a flock of sheep in hilarious TikTok

Border collie loves herding football like a flock of sheep in hilarious TikTok

Border collie owner shows off ball game they play with dog.Lisa shared a video of the working sheepdog stalking a ball in his back garden, while patiently awaiting for instructions from the shepherdess.

We are way past peak puppy – it’s time to end the great British dog obsession

We are way past peak puppy – it’s time to end the great British dog obsession

When people ask me if I’m a dog lover I always say, “I’m a dog owner – it’s not the same thing.” It’s not that I don’t like my dog; I just don’t wish to be mistaken for some kind of enthusiast.

Border collie’s hilarious wrestling match with giant stick sees impressive backflip finish

Border collie’s hilarious wrestling match with giant stick sees impressive backflip finish

Pogo, the border collie, in the shared video (Image: TikTok/@pogothebordercollie)The one-year-old pup, called Pogo, wrestled with the branch in a bid to drag it back to his owner, and beg to take it home with them.

On a visit to my father, Annie the Labrador steals the show

On a visit to my father, Annie the Labrador steals the show

But my father is to have the last laugh at the signing afterwards, when all present work out that he is the self-same Daddy mentioned throughout the text, and begin thrusting their copies of the book into his hands.

Can your pup remember their toys’ names? They might be a genius like these dogs

Can your pup remember their toys’ names? They might be a genius like these dogs

In the study, the researchers wanted to push the limits of their talent, so they challenged the owners to teach their dogs the names of six and then 12 new toys, for one week.

This is the most intelligent breed of dog in the world. At least that's what this study says

This is the most intelligent breed of dog in the world. At least that's what this study says

According to the results of the Family Dog Project of the university department, while many dogs have trouble learning the names of objects, those of this breed are able to memorize them without problems.

Dog thieves are ‘staking out parks and trying to lure pets with treats’

Dog thieves are ‘staking out parks and trying to lure pets with treats’

Dog owners are being warned to be vigilant (Picture: Getty)Campaigners want a new crime of pet abduction to be created so that harsher sentences can be dished out to those prosecuted.

Meet Any, the 'Doggie Eats' delivery dog who works to help a tenderloin shelter

Meet Any, the 'Doggie Eats' delivery dog who works to help a tenderloin shelter

Well that's Any , a charismatic furry who 'works' delivering food to help the tenderloin shelter where she lives and has stolen the heart of the internet.

Delhi HC orders all stray dogs to have right to food and be taken care of, without any nuisance

Delhi HC orders all stray dogs to have right to food and be taken care of, without any nuisance

It’s a happy victory day for all animal lovers as recently Delhi High Court has passed an order that enables citizens to feed stray dogs food without any intervention.

'Looking for a flamingo?': bird trafficking in Iraq – photo essay

'Looking for a flamingo?': bird trafficking in Iraq – photo essay

Flamingos belonging to Mustafa Ahmed Ali. He sells up to 10 birds a month.Ali, the bird seller, buys his flamingos from poachers in Sheeb, a large swamp area close to the Iranian border.

‘Miracle’ puppy born with six legs and two tails due to genetic disorders

‘Miracle’ puppy born with six legs and two tails due to genetic disorders

An X-ray showing Skipper’s conditions (Facebook)Because Skipper has been rejected by her mother and will need special care, her owners have set up a GoFundMe page to help with the costs of treatment and possible surgery.