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Let’s talk humans. See what celebs have to say about pet parenthood. Find advice on handling your pet’s other people (eg your ex). And get more tips on the people stuff.

Happy woman and cute cat playing with disco ball glitter confetti at home.

Make this new year a great one for your kitty

cat lying on sofa with pet parent

Whatever their real age, they’re still your baby

Cat and shepherd dog touching faces

Think cats and dogs are natural enemies? Think again

Cat lying on a toilet seat

Say goodbye to litter boxes... Here’s how to toilet-train your cat for a cleaner, greener home

a man and a woman with tattoos huge a red and white dog

“You realise that they can’t do anything without you. They need you. But then you realise you need them just as much”

Man walks with back to camera surrounded by dogs

Houssein Hamze has been feeding the pets of people fleeing the conflict in Lebanon. Now he’s lost his home and vital resources for the cats, dogs and other animals he cares for

a black cat reaches it's paw on a table with claws out to try and get a fish on a place

That small plates feast you’ve cooked is meant to impress your pals, not your thieving kitty

Valentin Pujadas illustration

Experts share the science-backed ways our pets offer us emotional support

cat climbing onto a table with various vegetables on it

Curious about a plant-based diet for your pet? Discover what science has to say about it

Several cats lying on a bench

For cat lovers, it’s nothing short of paradise

Marley, a black and white rescue cat who won national cat of the year award 2024

The seven-year-old rescue is a shining example of the difference a little bit of feline love can make

cat playing with pikachu toy

What is enrichment and why is it so important to keep your kitty happy?

Two vets sit on the pavement in the background with an old Staffie dog in the foreground.

Meet the charity that helps protect the animal-human bond

a woman holds up a dog with one eye they are both smiling

“I can rely on my cats to be there – no ghosting here – and, claws aside, they’ll  never intentionally hurt me”

man holding dog lead and collar

It might not be something you ever want to think about, but planning ahead will be a help when the time comes

Woman taking a selfie with her dog

The real impact of social media trends on your pets’ well-being

person hugging their dog on a sofa

The death of a pet is a heartbreaking time. A new poll shows Brits would like their workplaces to recognise that

A little girl on the floor of her living room with a cat who has just come out of a cat carrier. A woman sits on the sofa behind her smiling.

Learn more about the important partnership between the two charities

It’s not all cuddling cute puppies and kittens…

Golden retriever lying in grass with red eyes

Pet parents are being urged to keep their pets indoors during peak pollen times “until September”

Could this be the ultimate way to show your love for your pet?

a small brown kitten is bottle fed

The charity is expecting an influx of kittens this summer



Baby Lasagna Croatia Eurovision entry 2024 and a cat

Meow back, dammit

cat stares up at the stars in the night sky

We see a new cat in your future. Here’s what you should name them

Taylor Swift holding two small kittens in each hand and smiling down at them

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

A man sitting at his kitchen table using a laptop with a black and white cat on his lap.

A report shows that man has a new best friend

man with ginger hair and beard, wearing a blue T-shirt lying down and looking at his black dog in his arms

Everything you need to know about how pet insurance works in the UK

Woman with brown hair on hand and knees with yellow cleaning gloves on, cleaning the floor whilst a black Labrador watches on

Because we have to look after the four-legged family members, too

aries collage

Or the diva cat energy. Either applies this month

an illustration of a cat with various cat chores: being groomed, scooping the litter box, feeding the cat

So you don’t have to be annoyed anymore

pisces celebrities rihanna, drew barrymore and kumail nanjiani

Cry into their fur until notable birthday girl Rihanna releases a new album

tri-colour, calico cat, white, black and tabby cat lying on their back with their paws lifted, looking at the camera

Peel back the layers of mystery to discover the truth about our feline friends

Two senior cats laying on a couch

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

A Birma Kat Smells Fresh Fish On A Board Ready To Be Cooked.

It’s a classic kitty snack, but don’t go overboard

Brie Larson and the dog in Lessons in Chemistry

“One day you’re working with Meryl Streep, and the next day you literally have a pony at somebody’s party”

A Young Woman Rests in the Grass With Pet Poodle Dog.

From sustainability to training, here’s what the new year promises to bring to the pet world

taylour paige and her dogs

“Having dogs, rescue dogs, is not always convenient or comfortable — you have to get used to being uncomfortable. But it’s so worth it. The love is immeasurable.”

Sam Evian and his dog standing in front of a green car set against a staged green landscape on blue gravel

“I started learning piano pieces during quarantine and she would come and listen to it – she likes music!"

Gus holding his dog Birdie on his shoulders against a solid pink background

The Olympic skier, actor and advocate on rescuing his dog during the Winter Games and using his voice for good causes

Stephanie Shepherd sitting with her dog on a couch

“Our approach is that we’re all in this together during a really transitional, transformational time in society”  

"Puppy Bowl" referee Dan Schachner smiling at camera surrounded by puppies

We spoke to the longtime official on adoptable puppies, special needs MVPs and hosts Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg

African American woman with floral arm tattoos and short curly hair laughing with joy while holding her small Chihuahua dog outside

Turn those barks and meows into namastes

Kim-Joy holding desserts in her hand while standing in front of a teal background

The quirky, Insta-famous baker and The Great British Bake-Off star on her adopted kitten littermates and their fascination with watching her knead dough

Juno Dawson on a couch with her Chihuahua, Prince

The author of the ninth-most banned book in the US finds joy in creating queer art and basking in the unconditional love of her Chihuahua

Cats might be curious creatures, but when yours goes missing it can send the most composed pet parent into a spin

Jazz Jennings illustration by Petra Eriksson

The activist and artist grew up in the spotlight but stays grounded with the help of her fam — both human and feline.

The multi-hyphenate Cruel Summer star is making big moves. Roger just wants pets.

Your For You page has never been cuter.

Kinship's cover star Hannah Shaw smiling at the camera behind a cat tower with two kittens sitting on top of it

The lion-hearted animal advocate on rescuing her first kitten in a tree, designing an orphaned animal nursery, and becoming an Instagram sensation.

kat dennings and her cat millie

“We’re supposed to be quote-unquote scared of becoming a cat lady, but really what does that even mean? Being a strong independent person who loves cats? That sounds awesome.”

Lady Gaga sitting with her dogs on a couch.

From Swifty to Billie to Lil Nas X, these artists are loud and proud about their pet groupies.

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