Recent Kinship articles by Alice Snape
There is a reason behind those AM cuddles
A trainer explains the well-meaning mistakes she sees dog parents make
When well-being is just as important as aesthetics
Cute idea, not so cute consequences
“It’s like walking around with a celebrity”
Get in loser, we’re going SIGHTSEEING
Many native British and Irish breeds are at risk of disappearing from our parks and streets...
When Julie and her husband rescued Betty and Bean, they had no idea the dogs were keeping a massive secret…
Why should your dog miss out on all the fun?
Your dog’s health > likes
What Disney got wrong about your dog
Turns out, your dog does have notes – if you’re willing to ask
Get ready for some serious doggy paddle
Whether you’re picking out your next dog walking outfit or buying a dog-training book, your pup can help you sniff out a bargain
Breaking up is hard – especially with pets. Here’s how exes make co-parenting their four-legged friends work
“She’s taught me a love I never knew existed”
This is a Bark-erloo line service to Maryle-bone
“She senses my needs like I sense hers. I don’t know who I am without her.”
Pet crime is on the rise, but these vigilantes are on a mission to tackle it
It’s all fun and games... until it’s not
From diamond keepsakes to plantable urns – celebrate your pet’s memory in meaningful ways
As more and more animals come into the care of rescue centres, those who care for them are suffering, too
Keeping your dog on a lead isn’t mean – sometimes, it’s the kindest choice
“You realise that they can’t do anything without you. They need you. But then you realise you need them just as much”
Think Cockapoos are healthier because they’re crossbreeds? Learn what the latest research says
Scientists from the Waltham Petcare Institute explain how one simple buy could help your nervous pup feel more comfortable by themselves
“I can rely on my cats to be there – no ghosting here – and, claws aside, they’ll never intentionally hurt me”
As more people choose to adopt, rescue dog meet-ups are popping up all over the UK and the US. One writer took her former stray Lucy along to see what it’s all about…
“For queer people, friends become their chosen family – and dogs are just an extension of that”. @Dogsandtheirdykes is the wholesome content you need today
”It’s the commodification of animals, it’s social currency – whether it’s to look hard or manly or to emulate a celebrity. We put pressure on that dog to play a role in our lives”
Beloved pets are often used by perpetrators of domestic abuse to manipulate their victims. That’s why Dogs Trust runs a specialist service to temporarily home dogs while their parents seek safety
Whether you live in a small flat, a van or a boat, these pooch and human partnerships prove you can thrive in a small space with your dog
“A PAD can be life-changing – and even life saving”
Moving house is stressful at the best of times, but what happens if you want to move abroad with your dog? We consulted some experts to find out
With so many dog trainers out there that it can be hard to know who you can actually trust (especially if your dog has trust issues of their own), here’s where to start…
At so many points in those first hours, weeks, months, I screamed, internally: what have we done?
We asked a behaviourist if this content creator’s approach to cutting his kitten’s nails is something you can try at home
