adoption & fostering

Even if you do want to live that Elle Woods life...

The truth is breed labels are often wrong

You’ve chosen to adopt a dog, congratulations! But with dogs in need both here and abroad, which route should you take?

People with distinctive features step forwards, you’re needed to train the next generation of seeing eye dogs. Here’s what’s involved...

So-called ‘milestones’ are shifting these days. Is getting a dog the new getting hitched?

TikTok thinks the universe just provides you a cat – is that really a thing?

If you’re struggling with pet care costs, you are far from alone and there’s no shame seeking help. Here’s a few places to start

You’re in love, but is it irresponsible to add four paws to the mix?

At so many points in those first hours, weeks, months, I screamed, internally: what have we done? 

A new study scores dogs on behaviours such as how they responded when unfamiliar people visited or if they were jealous when their owner gave affection to another animal

I adopted a couple of seniors because cats, like wine, only get better with age

Here’s why bonded kitties, senior cats and felines with FIV make just as amazing pets as any other

Here’s how to help your rescue kitty feel at home

Feels high stakes because it kind of is

A vet breaks down everything you need to know when you bring home a new kitten

Cat behaviourist Kristiina Wilson on the importance of socialising cats

Some besties are inseparable, and that’s not always a bad thing

Find out which dog breed is right for your lifestyle

From where to begin looking to how to prepare your home for the new arrival

Why you shouldn’t rule out senior dogs, special-needs pups, bully breeds or tripods

A cat behaviourist’s 10 steps for keeping your cat out of trouble

Sound advice from seasoned dog and cat parents who have been there

They’ll always remember their first childhood pet – this intro is just the beginning

7 tips for acing your inspection and bringing your new pup home