The sight of a dog or cat eating grass can be quite disconcerting for an owner, given both species are…

The definition of an ‘assistance dog’ is very clear in UK legislation and it falls within the remit of the…

Halloween, or Hop Tu Naa, is a festival rooted in ancient mythology – a celebration to mark the changing of…

As prey animals rabbits naturally live in large groups (called warrens) and need company to feel safe, and so they…

The Isle of Man has fewer wild mammals than England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and a dearth of medium-sized meat…

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The popularity of ‘doodle’ dogs, i.e. dogs that have one poodle parent, shows no sign of diminishing. According to recent…

September and October are always our busiest months in the cattery when we’re bursting at the seams with cats and…

Do dogs have regional accents? It’s a question that has intrigued researchers for decades and while it’s difficult to be…

Sharing your life with a pet can be the most rewarding and magical of experiences, but coping with the loss…

The cushag plant (senecio jacobaea), also known as common ragwort, is a native species to the Isle of Man and…

The term ‘bird brain’ is often used to describe someone who acts foolishly or unintelligently, but most birds are incredibly…