Animals

A horse has died after being hit by a car.

A rider is taking a council to court after a rotting bridleway bridge collapsed beneath her and a horse.

Tickets are set to go on sale for an international wildlife show which attracts thousands of bird lovers to the region.

When you get a dog picking up their mess is part of the deal - yet so many people don’t.

A farmer who raised animal welfare standards concerns over an ethical farming company using his land says his family feel ‘bruised’.

Firefighters helped a beloved pet out of a ruff spot after it disappeared in the early hours of Monday morning.

Organisers of a popular cat show say they feel ‘delighted’ – after seeing more than 1,000 people visit the quirky event.

A dedicated pair of spinners are ensuring that wool is not wasted — and is instead given a new purpose.

Owners of a countryside estate have submitted plans for dog walking paddocks.

A dog groomer who started her business seven years ago, inspired by her love for animals, has moved it 30 miles to be closer to family.

Welcome to 2025 and for most of us we need a holiday after the festive season, writes a pet columnist.

A student’s vet dreams have received a boost, thanks to a £4,500 bursary.

Amid the flooding chaos, there were moments of joy for the local wildlife.

Tarantulas were put on sale for half price at a pet show in 1996.

Farmers who branched out into wine-making are looking to expand once more with an exercise field for dogs.

Two rescue dogs are matched with new owners as an animal centre celebrates tails of success.

A wallaby who found fame after escaping from a petting farm has died.

Horses and hounds paraded through a village for a New Year’s Day hunt meet.

Despite butterfly numbers having sunk to a worrying low, a species has been re-established in England.

A hunt was under scrutiny from TV presenters days after crowds gathered to celebrate the controversial countryside tradition.