Hint: look up from your phone — If you asked most people what they enjoyed about being a dog owner, taking their dog for a walk would undoubtedly be one of their answers. Having a dog means that you have a reason to get up off the sofa and out into the world. …

Learn something new and celebrate #TeamPointy — While pugs, French bulldogs and other flat nosed breeds may be all the rage, some know that the best snoots in the dog world belong to those in the hound group. With this in mind, I present to you 9 of the most boopable long nosed hounds to brighten your…

These beauties deserve our attention — Black dogs are notoriously hard to rehome. As the proud owner of a beautiful black greyhound, I just can’t understand how anyone could choose one dog over another purely down to the colour of their coat. How a dog looks has absolutely no impact on their personality, their quirks or…

It’s not just an old saying — We’ve all heard the old adage ‘let sleeping dogs lie’. It normally means to leave things alone but in many cases these traditional sayings are rooted in truth. Very often you should literally let sleeping dogs lie. The reason being? Sleep aggression can come through in many different breeds of…

I’m pretty sure she doesn’t listen to it though When I adopted my greyhound in 2018, I never for a moment expected it to lead to hosting a podcast. …

Please don’t take it personally — It always amazes me when I see people out for a walk and their dog is off lead, running up to people and other dogs. The owners usually call out ‘it’s OK, he/she is friendly’ which is lovely for them but, you see, my dog isn’t. Since we adopted our…

Why canine co-stars are so popular on the big screen — Man’s best friend has been a constant companion on the big screen. Whether it’s a heart-warming Disney family flick or a terrifying horror film, canines have taken the lead in many of our favourite movies. But what is the enduring appeal of a story that pairs up dogs and humans? A Brief History of Dogs on Screen …

It’s not all doggy playdates and Instagram selfies — We all love to see our furry friends on social media. There’s nothing more likely to brighten up your day than a cute dog video. …

My muse has a wet nose Four paws, wet nose, warm heart It’s 2.30am on a Saturday morning and I can’t sleep. I went to bed at the usual time the night before but tossed and turned until I gave up even trying to pretend that I was anywhere near ready to sleep. My husband snoring…