Features

According to the good people at Little Pig Farm, a specialist breeder and supplier of micro pigs based in Cambridge, they like nothing more than to lounge around indoors (or outdoors when the weather is fine), and be cuddled

Pet of the week: The micro pig

Who are these little porkers?They're micro pigs, and no, your eyes do not deceive you – they really are quite wee. Unlike pigs that are bred for bangers, micro pigs are kept as loving, adorable pets who are actively encouraged to stay small, typically reaching a height of about 16 inches. We can safely say that this is one little piggy that won't be going to market.

Inside Features

Your Questions: My dachshund doesn't like my housekeeper.

Saturday, 28 November 2009

I have noticed something strange about my dachshund. I don't think he likes my housekeeper. He seems to be frightened of her, and I don't know why. Jane, London

The 10 golden rules of pet care

Friday, 27 November 2009

With Christmas just around the corner, many families may be getting an extra addition in the form of a cuddly kitten or bouncing puppy.

Pet of the week: The rescue dog

Saturday, 21 November 2009

Who's this lovely lady?This is Claudia, a seven-year-old Collie who is currently enjoying a temporary sojourn at the Dogs Trust's centre in Kenilworth, but where she'd really like to be is in a safe and loving home.

Your Questions: My cat won't go outside and I don't know why

Saturday, 21 November 2009

I recently moved house with my cat, Felix, and our new place has a garden. He won't go outside and I don't know why. How can I persuade him to get out and about?Graham, via email

Cyberpets: All creatures great and virtual

Wednesday, 4 November 2009

They're cleaner, tamer and more obedient than real animals – and the newest cyber-pets are more 'life-like' than ever, says Toby Green

Your Questions: Is it ok to house a rabbit and a chinchilla together?

Saturday, 31 October 2009

Q. My boyfriend and I are thinking about moving in together. He has a rabbit and I have a chinchilla. All the places we've seen are quite small so to save on space we're thinking about housing them together. Would that be all right? Sharon, via e-mail

Pet Of The Week: The pink-toed tarantula

Saturday, 31 October 2009

Your Questions: Why does my Bichon Fris� puppy hate having her paws touched?

Saturday, 17 October 2009

Q. My Bichon Fris� puppy, Snowball, hates having her paws touched. Whenever I try to touch them she pulls them away and wiggles. I don't know why she does it and I need to be able to clean her feet. Do you have any suggestions as to how I can make her feel more comfortable about this? Margaret, via e-mail