Animals
Be on the alert for foot and mouth, Wales' chief vet warns, after German outbreak
We are ready if foot and mouth comes to Wales and the UK, says chief vet, but urges farmers and livestock owners to be vigilant
Highly contagious foot-and-mouth disease detected in Germany for first time in more than 30 years
Restrictions on transporting animals are in place after a herd of water buffalo was found to be infected
'Viking dog' set to become UK's newest recognised pedigree breed
There are believed to be 20 Icelandic sheepdogs already living in the UK.
Using padded hurdles, instead of typical brush fences, could reduce racehorse fatalities
Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) identify key risk factors for injury and fatality rates in horse racing.
Worms in dogs can cause serious health issues, and in rare cases even death. Here's all you need to know about worming from the experts
Help keep your dog healthy with this worming advice from PDSA Vet Nurse Shauna Walsh said
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Could your cat have worms? All you need to know about worms in cats, from the health problems they cause to treatment and prevention
Help keep your cat healthy with this worming advice from PDSA vet nurse Gemma Renwick
They can swim and show affection – 10 incredible facts you might not know about turkeys
Turkeys might be most famous for being the main event at a Christmas dinner, but they are actually fascinating birds
Warning to dog owners – chocolate poisonings set to soar in January
New figures released by The Kennel Club reveal that as we kick back post-Christmas, we’re more likely to miss our dogs snaffling toxic foods
Weirdest (yet wonderful) looking dog breeds
Meet some of the weirdest - and in some cases hairiest - dog breeds on the planet
What do cats and dogs see? We reveal the surprising truths about their vision and how they see the world
See the world through the eyes of your pets
Farm animals
Can beef ever be carbon-friendly or do we all have to go vegan? Meet the farmer making cows' farts better for the planet
Should the world stop eating meat to tackle the climate crisis? Chris Baraniuk meets an experimental farmer who says we don’t all have to become vegetarians.
Meet the extraordinary sheep that had to eat seaweed to survive
Adam Henson explains why the sheep on a tiny Orkney Island had to turn to seaweed to survive
How much room do pigs need?
Pigs are best kept outside, where they are happiest says Adam Henson
Horses
The real 'War Horse': Discover the harrowing story and the true horrors of horses on the front line of WWI
The charity The Brooke brings to life the horrors horses faced during the First World War
What do horses see? We reveal the surprising truths about their vision and how they see the world
Seeing the world through a horse’s eyes: How vision shapes equine behaviour
How to keep horses safe during fireworks
Top tips from the British Horse Society on keeping your horses safe during firework season
Pets
How to tell if your dog is happy - or unhappy - or even feeling aggressive. Why it's about more than a wagging tail
From wagging tails to playful behaviour, find out what makes your dog feel loved and content
Pet health expert warns of 7 dangers to your dog this winter - and 4 ways to protect your pooch in the cold and snow
Learn four effective ways to keep your furry friend safe and warm during the cold and snowy months
Richmond Park deer attacked by dog "put down due to the severity of its injuries”
Police are appealing for information to help identify the dog and its owner after the fatal deer attack in the London Park.
poultry
Do you keep chickens in your back garden? Register them now or break the law
If you keep birds at home, even as pets, a new law means you must register them before 1 October – so get cracking!
What happens to male chicks? Why being born male in the hen world doesn't have a good outlook
It's not a good outlook if you're born male in the hen world. The experts from the British Hen Welfare Trust explains what happens to male chicks
How long do chickens live?
The British Hen Welfare Trust takes a look at the lifespan of chickens - from commercial to pets - and discover a world record holder