Animals

Firefighters, paramedics, and farmers topped the list

These are the top 20 toughest everyday jobs, according to Brits

Driest Spring in 132 years has impact on flock of Lancashire residents

Police horse Lawson patrols the streets for his first town centre patrol in Chorley.

Lancs police horse named after late officer does first patrol

Abandoned kittens rescued by local animal welfare charity

Arctic foxes share blood-lolly birthday treat

Super-sweet Arctic fox pups celebrate birthday - with a blood lolly

Elizabeth Perrin (Date of birth: 04.08.1972), of Thorncliffe Avenue, and Trevor Hague, (date of birth: 22.03.1973) of Town Lane, both Dukinfield, Greater Manchester, were prosecuted after an RSPCA inquiry.

Cruel pet owner whacks two dogs with spade and yells 'next one'

Fluffy rare camel calf wobbles with mum in adorable video

Super-sweet fluffy camel goes for his first wobbly adventure

Helena Mellenchip, willow sculptor

I create life-size animals out of twigs - watch how I make them

Boki the brown bear's heart-warming reunion with pals at wildlife park after life-saving brain surgery

Beloved bear's heart-melting reunion with pals after brain surgery

Happy 20th birthday Narla!

Blackpool Zoo member celebrates whopping birthday

We had 'dream wedding' after winning free ceremony at wildlife park

Killer whales breach off the coast of Scotland.

Watch unbelievable moment killer whales breach off coast of Scotland

Massive shark circles waters off UK coast.

Watch: Massive shark circles waters off UK coast

Pet allergies.

Watch: Vet expert shares signs of allergies in pets

Wolverine kits.

Watch: Cute baby wolverine kits venture outside for the first time

Capybara cools off at Chester Zoo

Watch these super-cute Capybaras cool off with a swim
Heartwarming footage shows two adorable capybaras cooling down with a swim during the warm sunny weather.
Lucinda Herbert

Tess travelled 100 miles to Lancashire in search of a new home

Wait goes on for dog who made 100-mile journey in search of new home

Met Office weather map for Thursday (May 1) shows high temperatures forecast.

Watch: Met Office map turns red as temperatures to surge in UK

Helena Mellenchip, willow sculpture artist with one of her 'boxing hares' on display at Lytham Hall.

Meet the willow sculptor behind Lytham's 'mesmerising' animal trail

The RSPCA is urging people to pack away their football nets after having to rescue a frightened deer whose head got stuck in football netting in a garden in Burnley.

RSPCA issues warning after deer's head gets trapped in football net

Chester Zoo has been crowned the country's favourite zoo on Tripadvisor.

Zoo voted as fan favourite on Tripadvisor

Wonky the lamb.

Watch: Lively lamb with wonky walk beats the odds to survive

Alpaca Yoga, Ivy Dene, St Michaels

Love yoga? Try it with an alpaca at this animal sanctuary near you

Meisie and Moanda are currently undergoing a standard quarantine period in India, which is an essential part of any animal relocation process.

Zoo issues heartwarming update on gorillas

Aunty Cherie who is 28 today pictured with Jarang.

Loveable zoo animal celebrates her 28th birthday

Baby giraffe.

Watch: Cute newborn baby giraffe stands for first time

Meet Lancashire Police's new horse who chose her own name with the help of three food buckets - but which one did she choose?

Police horse chooses new name with three food buckets
Meet Lancashire Police's new horse who chose her own name with the help of three food buckets.
Emma Downey

Men think they could also outpace include crocodiles and elephants

One in 50 men believe they can outrun a HORSE, poll reveals

We are All Animals by Christopher Lloyd, Ben Hoare and Mark Ruffle

Animal magic, bee secrets and a gangster girl: children’s book reviews

Adorable video shows newborn lion cubs with mum rescued from Ukraine

Knowsley Safari.

Knowsley Safari offers free entry for Mother's Day weekend

Shocked homeowner catches lightbulb thief squirrel on camera

Inside Soft Paws play area with a huge ball pit and slide

Video: I took my dog to a soft play area...he LOVED the huge ball pit

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Pets and the Cost of Living Crisis

The remains of five dogs were discovered dumped along a country lane near the M55 in Lancashire

Five decomposing dogs found dumped on country lane near motorway

Bev Griffiths and Ziggy the zebra.

Watch: Feed, stroke and take photos with Ziggy the zebra

Blackpool Zoo is offering a 40 per cent off tickets deal next month if you live in these postcode areas.

Zoo is offering 40 per cent off tickets if you have this

Orangutan Kawan turned 15 last week surrounded by his friends and family.

Popular primate celebrates milestone at zoo

Dogs can sometimes become distressed when they are left alone for too long.

This is the exact amount of time you can leave your dog home alone

A person preparing to rescue a badger from a 100 metre drop

Heart-Warming Animal Rescues: Dog Saved at Sea

Video grab from footage showing the bizarre moment a dad and daughter spotted what they believed to be a 'kangaroo'- in southeast London.

I filmed a strange animal in the road...it could have been a kangaroo

Hugo's Small Animal Rescue and Sanctuary on Peel Road in Blackpool is not currently taking any more wild birds due to the current bird flu restrictions.

Animal sanctuary speaks out on bird flu restrictions

Blackpool Zoo has given the reason for why it closed for nearly a whole day last month.

Zoo announces reason for closing for half a day

There are apps for IDing plants, birdsong, and even star constellations

8 top apps for learning about nature, from plants to the night sky

Hemlock roots are poisonous to both animals and humans.

Dog owners warned after poisonous plant found on UK beaches

Blackpool Zoo has announced it will be closing most of Saturday due to a private event.

Zoo to close to the public for a half day

RNLI rescue dog after 14ft fall into river

Caught on Camera: Dog rescued by RNLI after falling 14ft into river

Blackpool Zoo is closed today due to Storm Éowyn.

Zoo closes for the day due to storm fears

Hugo's Small Animal Rescue and Sanctuary on Peel Road in Blackpool needs to raise £10k by February for a permanent plot of land.

Animal sanctuary needs to raise £10k in less than two weeks

A view of the sea from one of the dormitory windows at Kilgrimol School, Clifton Drive , St Annes
The school was established in 1875

19 historical photos through the decades from the seafront to streets

Watch the moment a stranded dog gets rescued from a cliff

Watch the moment a stranded dog gets rescued from a cliff

Extremely rare baby rhino celebrates 1st birthday in adorable video

Extremely rare baby rhino celebrates 1st birthday in adorable video

A viral TikTok video claiming to shows gorillas 'abandoned' at Bristol Zoo's former Clifton site has more than 800k views

Repeated break-ins at gorilla enclosure as zoo steps-up security

The £1,000 coin is made from solid fine gold

The Royal Mint has launched a £1,000 coin - and it's really not cheap

Meet Blackpool's latest cute otter addition.

Meet Blackpool Zoo's latest adorable addition

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