Animals

Firefighters, paramedics, and farmers topped the list

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

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'

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

Pet allergies.

Watch: Vet expert shares signs of allergies in pets

Capybara cools off at Chester Zoo

Watch these super-cute Capybaras cool off with a swim

Helena Mellenchip with one of her willow sculptures at Lytham Hall

Meet the willow artist behind 'mesmerising' sculpture trail

Gas attacks were considered a very real threat in 1939. The Government decided that gas masks should be issued to every man, woman and child. Some 38 million masks were needed for the civilian population and were distributed throughout the UK in small cardboard boxes. Pictured here is the distribution of gas masks by the Red Cross in Carrickfergus Town Hall, 1939. Photo: Carrickfergus Museum

Carrickfergus Town Hall to host VE Day event

Causeway Coast Dog Rescue took to social media to highlight the threat to a staff member. CREDIT CCDR

Dogs charity hits out at threats to staff member

Wonky the lamb.

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

Baby giraffe.

Watch: Cute newborn baby giraffe stands for first time

Men think they could also outpace include crocodiles and elephants

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

Adorable video shows newborn lion cubs with mum rescued from Ukraine

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

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

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

Belfast’s “iconic” Albert Bridge starling murmuration.

Belfast’s “iconic” Albert Bridge starling murmuration caught on video

RNLI rescue dog after 14ft fall into river

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

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

Lynx spotted in the Cairngorms National Park

Camera trap footage shows Lynx on the loose after illegal release

When is it too cold to walk your dog? (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Watch: This is when pet experts say it’s too cold to walk your dog

On December 15 Edward Street was impassable with two blue bins on the road.

'Nothing has changed' as Edward Street blighted with rubbish

Big cats sightings are regularly reported across the UK.

"Big cat the size of a panther" spotted by golfer about to tee-off

review of the Enabot X pet and family companion robot

I tested 'crazy' AI robot pet and family companion

A poll of 2,000 meat-eaters found the youngest generation are most conscious about where their food originated from

Gen Z feel twice as guilty about eating meat than the over-65s

Shares range from as little as £25 to £70 and investors can buy up to £10,000 worth of shares.

Ad Feature Gallop into Christmas with the perfect gift for horse lovers

Watch: Baby red panda dies at zoo from 'stress caused by fireworks'

Mary the elephant takes a shower.

Watch: Elephant known as “queen of showering” uses hose to rinse off

Rare pink baby pigeon hand-reared using a unique technique at Paignton Zoo in Devon.

Watch: Rare pink baby pigeon hand-reared using unique technique at zoo

Bryan has been raising funds through the purple poppy wreath effort throughout 2024. (Pic: Contributed).

Former soldier raising funds to support fellow veterans

Fen raft spider.

Watch: How big are fen raft spiders as species returns to UK

A polar bear working up the courage to jump into a pool.

Watch: Polar bear works up the courage to jump into pool on ninth try

Robyn Swan sold all her belongings to live in a shipping container.

Watch: Woman lives bill-free in a shipping container in rural Scotland

Alpacas spotted taking a stroll down city centre street.

Watch: Alpacas spotted taking afternoon stroll down city centre street

Pesto the penguin at Sea Life Melbourne.

Watch: 22.5kg fluffy penguin called Pesto waddles around his enclosure

Watch: Dog stuck 8m deep in rock before she's freed in rescue mission

Jackie Leek takes her giant pet tortoise called Mr Miyagi on regular walks to the pub.

Watch: Grandmother takes her pet tortoise to the pub with her

Grandmother Debra Martin is tackled to the ground by her golden retriever.

Watch: Grandmother is tackled to ground by her ball-obsessed dog

Margaret Lees with her cows as they cross the road from Park Farm in Ramsbottom.

Watch: Farmer stunned after driver complains about cows crossing road

Cinnamon the capybara is located and captured.

Watch: Capybara is captured after week of ‘living her best life’