SAS hero's new battle: Fighting vile global trade in wild animals

SAS hero's new battle: Fighting vile global trade in wild animals

Mark Billingham in Haiti, where his charity helps children living in poverty (Image: HANDOUT)The father-of-six, who is more open and engaging than his TV persona during a video call to his home in Herefordshire, explains that the global trade in ivory taken from elephants and rhinos is so lucrative the poachers are often better equipped than those guarding the animals.

This Morning thrown into chaos as dog licks himself on sofa

This Morning thrown into chaos as dog licks himself on sofa

Before they could get into a ‘saving money on your pet’ segment with Alice Beer, Rochelle couldn’t properly focus as she laughed and revealed the reason.Stop it,’ he shouted, while Rochelle exclaimed: ‘He’s got the leg up as well, he’s just poised to go again!’.

Woman spends staggering £20,000 on cloning dead cat who was her 'soulmate'

Woman spends staggering £20,000 on cloning dead cat who was her 'soulmate'

Ms Anderson with Belle (Image: ITV)The 32-year-old cat owner reached out to ViaGen Pets who are based in Texas and have been cloning horses and livestock for 17 years, and in recent years began cloning cats and dogs.

10 fun facts about cows you had no clue about

10 fun facts about cows you had no clue about

All cows have a set of 32 teeth and they can chew 50 times in a minute.A cow can urinate upto 30 gallons everyday Cows are structured in a way that they stand up and lay down almost 14 times in a day.

Where to watch Crufts on TV and where is the competition held?

Where to watch Crufts on TV and where is the competition held?

This year will mark the event’s 130th anniversary – with the promise of an extra special extravaganza, you will not want to miss 2022’s competition.Crufts fans will be able to watch the event live via Channel 4 and More4.

Meet the former opera singer who lives with 30 dwarf goats

Meet the former opera singer who lives with 30 dwarf goats

Dexter: New Blood, Doctor Who and Impeachment: American Crime Story | Binge or Bin episode 14.Succession, You and American Horror Story | Binge or Bin episode 13.Fargo, Nomadland and The Underground Railroad | Binge or Bin episode 2.

Pet-time stories: Judy allayed my apprehensions of being a pet mom; then came Zoey and Roxy, says Carnatic singer Uma Prakash

Pet-time stories: Judy allayed my apprehensions of being a pet mom; then came Zoey and Roxy, says Carnatic singer Uma Prakash

As we step inside her home, her three Indies — Judy, Roxy and Zoey — welcome us.Contrary to the notion that indie dogs are difficult to train, Uma says, “Indies make great pets.

Valentine's day with pets: Have a pawsome Valentine’s Day

Valentine's day with pets: Have a pawsome Valentine’s Day

Happily single or married, whether you have a long-distance relationship or have just started dating, or any relationship phase, one partner to celebrate Valentine’s Day can never go wrong., your pet.On your way back, take a long walk, and end the day by visiting a pet-friendly café.

Great British bark-off: my Dog Slot show was a forerunner of Dog TV

Great British bark-off: my Dog Slot show was a forerunner of Dog TV

Reading Tim Dowling (We are way past peak puppy – it’s time to end the great British dog obsession, 22 November ) took me back to 1973, when I was launching a small local cable TV station, Bristol Channel.

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.

TV channel created specifically for dogs is coming to the UK – yes, really

TV channel created specifically for dogs is coming to the UK – yes, really

The channel, which is already available in other countries, will also feature programmes for dog owners, including shows by celebrity dog trainer Laura Nativo, who will provide tips on how to live better at home with a pet, as well as programmes that provide simple recipes for dogs.

Readers reply: do animals in film and TV know that they’re acting?

Readers reply: do animals in film and TV know that they’re acting?

Dogs and other animals will absolutely take direction, but do they know they’re acting?My cat and my dog know how to play-act for attention.

‘Genius dogs’ can learn names of more than 100 toys, study finds

‘Genius dogs’ can learn names of more than 100 toys, study finds

“These gifted dogs can learn new names of toys in a remarkable speed,” said Dr Claudia Fugazza at Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, who led the research team.

Paul O’Grady once used a £5 note as a poo bag then used it to buy milk

Paul O’Grady once used a £5 note as a poo bag then used it to buy milk

The 66-year-old star was out walking his beloved dog Buster at the time when his pet needed to do ‘his business’, and Paul was caught short without a poo bag to clean up.

Dog runs off with news reporter’s microphone, is still a very good boy

Dog runs off with news reporter’s microphone, is still a very good boy

In the end, Martin was happy to be a part of the broadcast (Picture: Mir TV)‘As I can see, no one was injured, but the microphone took a bite or two,’ Elina remarked while smiling.

Hero dog stops traffic during owner's seizure in video footage

Hero dog stops traffic during owner's seizure in video footage

A dog named Clover is being hailed by Canadian media as a hero for helping her human, Haley Moore, survive a seizure that struck her suddenly during a walk.Dryden Oatway, a driver who stopped thanks to Clover's heroics, said, "It was really impressive, the dog actually blocked my way.

Mysterious bright blue dogs spotted near an abandoned chemical plant in Russia

Mysterious bright blue dogs spotted near an abandoned chemical plant in Russia

A PACK of dogs with blue coats have been seen roaming near an abandoned Russian chemical factory, leaving experts to question what happened to them.(Image: Getty)"This situation with street dogs living near an abandoned chemical plant in Dzerzhinsk, Russia, has shown very obvious welfare issues through the discolouration of their fur.

Heartbroken cat caught on camera 'crying' when his owner leaves him home alone - video

Heartbroken cat caught on camera 'crying' when his owner leaves him home alone - video

The pet cat in China is now famous after seemingly shedding tears into a security camera while being left home alone.Cat caught on camera crying when his owner left him home alone (Image: Douyin) The video was uploaded to Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok.

Man turns old TV sets into cosy homes for stray dogs

Man turns old TV sets into cosy homes for stray dogs

Stray dogs can take shelter from harsh weather conditions inside their pods, which each have water bottles inside, too (Picture: Caters News Agency)‘These dogs get hit by speeding vehicles.

Dogs and cats living together: Joe Biden says feline will join White House pets

Dogs and cats living together: Joe Biden says feline will join White House pets

Uniting Democrats and Republicans is one thing, but Joe Biden will reportedly embrace a far more formidable challenge when he inherits the White House early next year: bridging the chasm between the nation’s cat people and dog lovers.