Pets and wellbeing

Charity

Dr Janey Lowes will cover the equivalent of almost 15 marathons in 22 days to raise US$2 million for a purpose-built veterinary hospital, rehabilitation…

By Rachel Branson · 29 Sept 2026

Home

The returns cluster in week three. A dog comes home quiet and agreeable, settles in without fuss, then starts guarding the sofa or barking at anyone who…

By Rachel Branson · 17 Sept 2026

Life

Anxiety, problems with sleep, joint pain – our pets suffer from many of the same everyday ailments we do. And just like us, they can benefit from wellness…

By Rachel Branson · 10 Sept 2026

Home

Dogs are unhelpfully stoic. A dog in genuine discomfort will still greet you at the door, still eat dinner and still try to keep up on the walk

By Rachel Branson · 24 Aug 2026

Work

Most of us focus on the medicine when we take a pet to the vet. Will the diagnosis be simple? Is the treatment safe?

By Rachel Branson · 16 Jul 2026

Life

Besides their own food, pet owners are becoming increasingly conscious of what goes into their dogs' and cats' bowls. As interest in pet nutrition and…

By Rachel Branson · 2 Jul 2026

Mind

Losing a pet is not usually thought of as a mental health crisis, but it should be. Human-animal attachment studies indicate that the first 24 hours of a…

By Rachel Branson · 26 Jun 2026

Mind

You probably live most days without thinking of yourself as particularly fearful. But is that just because we’ve built routines that we’re comfortable with?

By Rachel Branson · 1 Jun 2026

Life

Cats often mask pain until eating slows, grooming looks rough, or posture turns guarded. Urine may change sooner, with shifts in acidity, concentration, or…

By Rachel Branson · 27 May 2026

Mind

Learn how to support children through pet loss with age-appropriate honesty, gentle rituals, and tips for navigating grief with compassion and patience.

By Rachel Branson · 14 May 2026

Mind

Starting your day with a clear plan helps both you and your dog feel more secure. Dogs thrive on patterns that let them know what to expect next as you…

By Rachel Branson · 8 May 2026

Home

Caring for a dog goes far beyond providing food, shelter, and affection. While most pet parents have the best intentions, small oversights in daily routines…

By Rachel Branson · 13 Apr 2026

Body

Dog owners often describe feeling calmer around their animals without being able to say exactly why.

By Rachel Branson · 13 Apr 2026

Home

Dog owners across the UK know the pattern. You see it once, then again. Then it sticks. A dog scratches. Again. And again.

By Rachel Branson · 10 Apr 2026

Home

Pet wellness has come a long way. Owners today are more informed, more proactive, and more willing to explore options that go beyond conventional veterinary…

By Rachel Branson · 10 Apr 2026

Work

Small businesses that want to be in the pet product market often put a lot of time into their branding and sales.

By Rachel Branson · 8 Apr 2026

Life

Many new pet owners feel real concern when the time comes to choose a perfect name for a dog.

By Rachel Branson · 14 Mar 2026

Life

From setting up a safe home environment to navigating end-of-life decisions, this guide walks through what genuinely caring for your dog or cat looks like…

By Rachel Branson · 11 Mar 2026