Articles by Orla Pentelow

Orla Pentelow

Orla Pentelow is Kinship UK’s Senior Editor. She has previously written for British Vogue, Bustle, Yahoo and The Telegraph. When not at her desk liking dog videos she’s out and about with her rescue pup, Luna, who works primarily as chief distractor.

lifestyle
Real-Life Puppy Love: How Dogs Bring Out the Best In Kids
A study shows cuddles with pups go beyond just comfort
A study shows cuddles with pups go beyond just comfort
health
‘XL Bully Cat’ Breed Trend Sparks Outrage As Experts Warn of Severe Health Risks
Experts say this AI-like breeding trend is susceptible to serious health issues
Experts say this AI-like breeding trend is susceptible to serious health issues
shopping
10 Must-Have Pet Advent Calendars for Cats & Dogs
(As if you need another excuse to spoil your pet this December)
(As if you need another excuse to spoil your pet this December)
lifestyle
“My Two-Year-Old Puppy Was A Dad”: What Canine DNA Testing Taught Me About My Dog
A simple dog DNA test turned into a surprise discovery
A simple dog DNA test turned into a surprise discovery
behaviour
Are Cats Liquid?
Taking “if I fits, I sits” to a whole new level...
Taking “if I fits, I sits” to a whole new level...
nutrition
Is a Plant-Based Diet Safe for Your Cat or Dog? Experts Weigh In
Curious about a plant-based diet for your pet? Discover what science has to say about it
Curious about a plant-based diet for your pet? Discover what science has to say about it
lifestyle
Welcome to Cat Island: Where Feline Residents Outnumber Humans 20 to 1
For cat lovers, it’s nothing short of paradise
For cat lovers, it’s nothing short of paradise
lifestyle
Therapy Cat Who Supports Trafficking Survivors Crowned Cat of the Year
The seven-year-old rescue is a shining example of the difference a little bit of feline love can make
The seven-year-old rescue is a shining example of the difference a little bit of feline love can make
lifestyle
One Year On: XL Bully Ban Sees Alarming Increase in Abuse
The UK’s XL Bully ban has led to a tragic rise in cruelty cases
The UK’s XL Bully ban has led to a tragic rise in cruelty cases
lifestyle
Dogs Over Babies? Strollers for Pets Outsell Baby Buggies in South Korea
With a declining (human) birth rate and fast-rising dog pup-ulation, the country looks set to be the pet parent capital of the world
With a declining (human) birth rate and fast-rising dog pup-ulation, the country looks set to be the pet parent capital of the world
lifestyle
The 10 Most Popular Dog Names For Good Pups
Spoiler alert: Luna’s no longer the top dog, but she’s still shining bright

Spoiler alert: Luna’s no longer the top dog, but she’s still shining bright
health
A Game-Changing DNA Test Aims to End Inherited Blindness in Dogs
How a simple cheek swab could save English Shepherds from inherited blindness with a new DNA test
How a simple cheek swab could save English Shepherds from inherited blindness with a new DNA test
shopping
Your Dog Can Now Enjoy the Iconic Colin the Caterpillar – Sort Of
The Marks & Spencer staple is now available in a dog-friendly form
The Marks & Spencer staple is now available in a dog-friendly form
behaviour
5 Types of Enrichment Every Dog Needs
A well-enriched dog is a happy dog – and who wouldn’t want that?

A well-enriched dog is a happy dog – and who wouldn’t want that?
lifestyle
What to Do With Your Dog When You Go Away On Holiday
Whether you’ve got a laid-back Lab or a temperamental Terrier, there’s a pet care option for everyone

Whether you’ve got a laid-back Lab or a temperamental Terrier, there’s a pet care option for everyone
lifestyle
Crime-Fighting Canines & Pups With Backpacks: Meet the Dogs Holding Down Unusual Jobs
See also: doggos with jobbos
See also: doggos with jobbos
lifestyle
What to Do, Practically, When Your Pet Dies
It might not be something you ever want to think about, but planning ahead will be a help when the time comes
It might not be something you ever want to think about, but planning ahead will be a help when the time comes
health
When is it Too Hot to Walk Your Dog?
How to keep your dog safe, happy and active all summer long
How to keep your dog safe, happy and active all summer long
health
How to Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer as Animal Charities Warn of Hot Spell
Animal welfare charities and veterinary organisations have teamed up to urge on pet parents to get clued up ahead of the warm weather
Animal welfare charities and veterinary organisations have teamed up to urge on pet parents to get clued up ahead of the warm weather
lifestyle
Viral TikTok Trends Are Cute, But Does Your Pet Enjoy Them?
The real impact of social media trends on your pets’ well-being
The real impact of social media trends on your pets’ well-being
lifestyle
What Happens If You Don’t Take Your Dog For a Walk?
And what you can do inside instead
And what you can do inside instead
lifestyle
Nepo Pups Are the Real Stars of the Summer, and They’re Living the High Life
Move over Brat Girl Summer, the nepo dogs are here to stay
Move over Brat Girl Summer, the nepo dogs are here to stay
lifestyle
Unexpected Safety Hacks For Anxious Dog Parents
Ways to keep your dog safe that you’ve never thought of

Ways to keep your dog safe that you’ve never thought of
lifestyle
Renters Reform Bill: Can My Landlord Ban Me From Having Pets?
Know your rights as new legislation comes into place
Know your rights as new legislation comes into place
shopping
Amazon Prime Day Deals: Spoil Your Pets Without Breaking the Bank
Who says sales are just for humans?
Who says sales are just for humans?
lifestyle
The England Team’s Number One WAGs
It's coming home, but who are the pups the players are going home to?
It's coming home, but who are the pups the players are going home to?
nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Cherries?
As long as it’s not on top of a cake, the answer is yes
As long as it’s not on top of a cake, the answer is yes
lifestyle
Labs Hired at Tewkesbury Abbey to “Put Visitors at Ease”
The dynamic duo have already made a paws-itive impact
The dynamic duo have already made a paws-itive impact
lifestyle
#DogsAtPollingStations Are Taking Their Pet Parents To Vote
Number one concern? The cheese tax
Number one concern? The cheese tax
behaviour
Born This Way: How to Meet The Needs of Your Dog’s Breed
Different breeds need different things...
Different breeds need different things...
lifestyle
40 Percent of Brits Think They Should Get PTO When Their Pet Dies
The death of a pet is a heartbreaking time. A new poll shows Brits would like their workplaces to recognise that
The death of a pet is a heartbreaking time. A new poll shows Brits would like their workplaces to recognise that
lifestyle
Rehoming Centres ‘At Breaking Point’ as Animals Arrive Faster Than They Leave, Says RSPCA
Animal rescue centres are full as costs to provide emergency shelter mount to approximately £500,000 a month
Animal rescue centres are full as costs to provide emergency shelter mount to approximately £500,000 a month
health
Dalmatians May Be the Key to Spotting Genetic Diseases, Say Scientists
Those spots aren’t just for show...
Those spots aren’t just for show...
behaviour
So You’re Off On Holiday – Here’s How to Prepare Your Dog for a Daycare Staycation of Their Own
A guide to a stress-free break – for you and your pup
A guide to a stress-free break – for you and your pup
nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Pineapple?
Whip out the Hawaiian shirt, pineapple is a go for dogs
Whip out the Hawaiian shirt, pineapple is a go for dogs
lifestyle
How to Keep Your Dog Safe In a Car According to Experts (and the Law)
Including how to stop them jumping out the window whilst you’re driving...
Including how to stop them jumping out the window whilst you’re driving...
health
A British Guide to the Countryside – For City Dogs
From thorns and grass seeds to more insidious threats such as snake bites and jellyfish stings, there’s a lot to watch out for
From thorns and grass seeds to more insidious threats such as snake bites and jellyfish stings, there’s a lot to watch out for
lifestyle
Dogs Trust Invites Dog Lovers to Participate in the National Dog Survey
There’s nothing dog parents love talking about more than their pups, so why not tell the world about them?
There’s nothing dog parents love talking about more than their pups, so why not tell the world about them?
health
Health Warning as Pet Parents Urged To Keep Animals Indoors During Peak Pollen Times
Pet parents are being urged to keep their pets indoors during peak pollen times “until September”
Pet parents are being urged to keep their pets indoors during peak pollen times “until September”
health
How to Spot if Your Dog Has Ingested Cannabis as RSPCA Issues Warning
The charity has seen an influx of marijuana poisoning cases in recent years

The charity has seen an influx of marijuana poisoning cases in recent years
health
RSPCA Urges Pet Parents to Neuter Cats Ahead of Kitten Season
The charity is expecting an influx of kittens this summer

The charity is expecting an influx of kittens this summer
lifestyle
Eurovision’s Baby Lasagna is All Of Us Leaving Our Cats At Home
Meow back, dammit
Meow back, dammit
lifestyle
New Dog-Friendly Airline Takes Off in the UK This Month
On these flights, dogs come first and humans second
On these flights, dogs come first and humans second
behaviour
Can You Train Your Dog to Use a Litter Box?
Whilst typically associated with cats, the idea of litter trays for dogs isn’t entirely far-fetched

Whilst typically associated with cats, the idea of litter trays for dogs isn’t entirely far-fetched
lifestyle
The Most Expensive Dog Breeds to Insure (How to Reduce Your Pet Insurance Premium)
How to get that insurance premium down (without sacrificing your pup’s health)
How to get that insurance premium down (without sacrificing your pup’s health)
lifestyle
Taylor Swift-Inspired Pet Names (From Every Era)
In celebration of her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, we unleash the best Taylor Swift-inspired pet names for all the Swifties out there
In celebration of her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, we unleash the best Taylor Swift-inspired pet names for all the Swifties out there
behaviour
Why Does My Dog Bring Me Toys?
It’s more than just an adorable habit…

It’s more than just an adorable habit…
lifestyle
8 Things You Needn’t Splurge On For Your Pet (If You Don’t Want To)
If you don’t buy these things for your beloved cat or dog, you’re not a bad pet parent
If you don’t buy these things for your beloved cat or dog, you’re not a bad pet parent
lifestyle
What to Do if Your Dog Has a Toilet Accident in Public
An awkward reality for many of us
An awkward reality for many of us
lifestyle
Does It Matter Where I Walk My Dog?
We delve into the age-old debate
We delve into the age-old debate
lifestyle
What Are The Different Types Of Pet Insurance?
Everything you need to know about how pet insurance works in the UK
Everything you need to know about how pet insurance works in the UK
lifestyle
Does My Pet Need a Passport?
Don’t start packing those treats just yet...
Don’t start packing those treats just yet...
health
5 Ways To Keep Your Pup Safe This Spring
There’s no need to worry, if you know what to look out for
There’s no need to worry, if you know what to look out for
lifestyle
Pet-Safe Cleaning Products
Because we have to look after the four-legged family members, too
Because we have to look after the four-legged family members, too
lifestyle
How to Organise an Easter Egg Hunt For Your Pup
Want to include your four-legged family member in the seasonal fun? Of course you do
Want to include your four-legged family member in the seasonal fun? Of course you do
shopping
The Best Easter Treats and Toys For Dogs
How to include your pup in the Easter celebrations (no chocolate allowed)
How to include your pup in the Easter celebrations (no chocolate allowed)
nutrition
Can Dogs Eat Hot Cross Buns?
Sometimes ‘sharing is caring’ isn’t the best advice
Sometimes ‘sharing is caring’ isn’t the best advice
nutrition
Could Your Dog’s Diet Be Changing Their Behaviour?
It turns out the saying ‘you are what you eat’ isn’t just for humans

It turns out the saying ‘you are what you eat’ isn’t just for humans
health
Top Grooming Tips From The Crufts Pros
We can only dream of having hair as good as these pups
We can only dream of having hair as good as these pups
behaviour
What Does it Take to Be a Crufts Competitor? Tips From World-Class Trainers
And they all say the same simple thing…
And they all say the same simple thing…
health
Should I Let My Dog Eat Off My Plate?
What are the potential health implications for both humans and hounds?
What are the potential health implications for both humans and hounds?
behaviour
What Is Displacement Behaviour In Dogs?
And should you be worried?
And should you be worried?
behaviour
How to Advocate For Your Dog in Public
How to set boundaries and protect your pup

How to set boundaries and protect your pup
shopping
HAY Has Launched a Dog Range and Your Daily Walk Just Got More Stylish
Run, don’t walk to get your hands on this delightful collab
Run, don’t walk to get your hands on this delightful collab
behaviour
How to Tackle Common ‘Pandemic Puppy’ Issues
Turns out, humans weren’t the only ones affected
Turns out, humans weren’t the only ones affected
behaviour
10 Common Cat Myths (That Are Actually False)
Peel back the layers of mystery to discover the truth about our feline friends
Peel back the layers of mystery to discover the truth about our feline friends
health
Should I Let My Dog Lick Me On The Face?
How many kisses is too many kisses?
How many kisses is too many kisses?
behaviour
9 Common Dog Myths (That Are Actually False)
Sorry to break it to you, you might not know your pup as well as you think you do
Sorry to break it to you, you might not know your pup as well as you think you do
behaviour
How to Work Out What ‘Drives’ Your Dog
You might already have a good idea of what your dog likes, but it‘s not always that straightforward
You might already have a good idea of what your dog likes, but it‘s not always that straightforward
health
What to Do When Your Dog Eats Something Toxic
So Fido has been in your chocolate stash... here’s what to do
So Fido has been in your chocolate stash... here’s what to do
behaviour
How to Protect Your XL Bully Under the New Ban
How to keep your dog happy and healthy under the new legislation
How to keep your dog happy and healthy under the new legislation
behaviour
How to Muzzle Train Your Dog
Contrary to common belief, muzzles aren’t solely for aggressive dogs
Contrary to common belief, muzzles aren’t solely for aggressive dogs
lifestyle
When Is it Too Cold to Take My Dog For a Walk?
It’s not as simple as one universal temperature for all
It’s not as simple as one universal temperature for all
lifestyle
What to Do If Your Pup Goes Missing
How to get your dog home, should the worst happen

How to get your dog home, should the worst happen
behaviour
What to Do If Your Cat Goes Missing
Cats might be curious creatures, but when yours goes missing it can send the most composed pet parent into a spin
Cats might be curious creatures, but when yours goes missing it can send the most composed pet parent into a spin

Articles by Orla Pentelow

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