Pets

Little girl's thoughtful gift leaves older brother in tears

Younger sister, Abby, used her birthday money to surprise her older brother with a pet hamster and his reaction is priceless.

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Lost a pet? How to help your other pets grieve

When a family pet dies, naturally the humans in the household grieve the death of their beloved companion. However, surviving animals in multi-pet households may also react to the loss in a variety of ways.

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Is this the most fulfilling relationship of them all?

​Between the ages of zero and 12, my every waking hour was spent wanting a dog.

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Dog owners are 'happier than cat owners' - study

Dog owners are happier, more conscientious and less neurotic than cat owners, according to researchers.

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Why you shouldn't be so quick to judge a dog by its breed

Individual temperament is a better indication of a dog's personality than breed.

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Pets from movies you wished you owned as a kid

Before your parents agreed to letting you have a pet of your own, there were the ones you watched on TV and in movies.

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Your dog knows how you're feeling

You may not be able to teach an old dog new tricks, but they can read your face and voice to interpret how you're feeling.

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Little girl's amazing bond with pet duck

When Kylie's mum brought home a pet duck, the bond between her daughter and the unlikely pet was instant.

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Tracey Spicer

Yes, I admit, we Skyped our dog from Phuket

Now you can see what your pet is doing while you kick back on holidays.

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Needs of dog owners and beach-goers a 'balancing act' over summer

One person's dream beach is a dog-playground; while for another it's an animal-free zone.

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Are the benefits of pet insurance worth the cost?

Pet insurance policies are a blessing when hefty and often unexpected vet bills arrive.

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