Latest articles by Sarah Elliott
Dogs
Dogs can be very good at finding things we’d rather they left alone. Things containing batteries, like the TV remote control or a child’s toy, might attract an inquisitive nose. But what happens if your dog decides to ha…
Dogs
Fruit and vegetables can offer dogs variety and useful low-fat rewards, but “natural” does not automatically mean safe. Some everyday foods are toxic, while others can cause a gut blockage or an upset stomach. The key is…
Animal
If you share your home with a cat or a dog, the idea that animals deserve legal protection probably feels obvious. Of course it should be against the law to hurt an animal. Of course, pets deserve foo…
Behaviour
Wildlife film makers will often capture moments on camera that make us question whether animals understand death and loss. Perhaps you’ve got first-hand experience of this, a dog waiting by the d…
Cats
If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, you may have noticed that the world of cat tech has exploded on to the scene in a big way in 2026. From GPS-enabled collars to self-clea…
Charity
If you’ve ever taken your dog to the vet and felt your stomach flip when you saw the bill, you’re not alone. Then you hear someone say, “I only paid £25 at the RSPCA,” (as was reported by Panorama earlier this year) and …