Most owners would love to spend every moment possible with their dogs but, unfortunately, this often just isn’t practical. For many of us, it’s inevitable that at some stage you’ll need to leave your dog alone and, at this point, you may be wondering, ‘how long can you leave a dog alone?’ Can they manage a full working day? Or will they need you to pop back at lunch to let them out to the toilet? At Purina, we’ve got all the answers you’re looking for! Keep reading to find out all you need to know about how to leave your dog alone safely, and discover our top tips for making sure your pup is happy when you’re out.

If you have a cat who has access to the great outdoors, you are probably no stranger to receiving ‘gifts’ from time to time. These treasures may take the form of dead spiders, mice, or even bigger prey like rabbits or squirrels (if your cat is a particularly adept hunter). This behaviour is one that frequently baffles owners, particularly when there is delicious food that is readily available at home. So, why do cats bring you dead animals? Keep reading to find out all you need to know about why you receive these little unwanted presents. Why do cats bring you dead animals?

Cats are quite finicky creatures, and it is well known that they like their creature comforts and cleanliness, especially when it comes to their litter tray. We can’t really blame them though, wouldn’t you much rather a clean loo, after all? Cleaning your cat’s litter tray is incredibly important for their well-being and can even help to prevent toileting problems. So, how often should you change cat litter? Once a day? Once a week? Keep reading to find out all you need to know.

Cats are one of the internet’s favourite creatures and you can’t scroll through social media these days without seeing a whiskered face looking back at you. But this love of felines isn’t just a new fad - prior to the internet craze there were (and still are!) a number of famous cartoon cats that stole the show. Here’s the list of our 14 favourite famous cartoon cats from comic books, films and TV shows. We’re sure you’ll recognise a face or two!

The love Egyptians had for their cats is something that’s ingrained throughout history. It’s reflected in their art, culture and traditions and they even worshipped a cat-headed goddess called Bastet, who was the goddess of the home and womanhood. But did you know that the furry friends we know and love today have their ancestry in Ancient Egypt? Over 10,000 years ago, Egyptians used the African Wildcat – a peaceful, solitary wild breed with a sandy or grey coat – to create domestic cats. The ancestors of many of today’s cat breeds can be traced back to Ancient Egypt, although there are now only a few breeds in existence that specifically come from Egypt. Keep reading to learn about Egyptian cat breeds and what makes them so special.

Having a dog will change your life in amazing ways. One of the new responsibilities will be making sure that your pup stays happy and safe while you’re in the house but is also comfortable and contented when you are away.

Pumpkins are a true sign of autumn. Whenever the leaves begin to fall, the round orange gourds adorn people’s doorways and windows and there is an abundance of festive foods packed full of pumpkin.

Mustard is a popular condiment that’s often slathered onto burgers and hot dogs at barbecues and is prized for its flavours that range from sweet to spicy.

One of the most refreshing snacks of summer, a chunk of delicious juicy melon, can easily end up on your dog’s radar. What should an owner do?