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The 10 best dog breeds for people living in a flat or apartment

10 quickest and slowest breeds of adorable dog

Here are the 10 most difficult Scottish Munros to bag

10 Scottish winter long weekend staycations the weather can't ruin

10 places to stargaze and see the Northern Lights in Scotland

The 12 tallest breeds of adorable dog in the world

The 10 saddest dog movies of all time

Outlander prequel show name and lead characters revealed

Henry Cavill (Pictured as Geralt in The Witcher) is in talks to join the cast of the Highlander reboot

Everything we know about the Henry Cavill Highlander film

19 fascinating pictures of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in the 1950s and 1960s

20 pictures of the stars at the Edinburgh International Film Festival

18 pics of the Edinburgh International Festival in the 1950s and 1960s

13 pictures of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo from the 1950s and 1960s

This coastal cabin looks out over one of Scotland’s finest beaches

10 fun facts you should know about the Siberian Husky

Two ducks enjoy an Edinburgh Derby at Easter Road in May 1966.

16 pictures of Easter Road in the 1950s and 1960s

Mathie Chalmers Hearts groundsman shows the Scottish Cup to a section of the crowd at Tynecastle in 1956. Hearts had beaten Celtic at Hampden Park in the Scottish Cup final, 1956.

20 pictures of Tynecastle in the 1950s and 1960s
Football fans have flocked to the Gorgie football ground for more than 130 years and these pictures give a fascinating insight into how it looked decades ago.

The laws on dogs in hot cars and what to do to help

9 expert tips on keeping your adorable dog cool during a heat wave

Following a few simple tips can keep your dog as safe as possible at home.

9 top tips on keeping your dog safe from thieves while at home

Follow these simple tips and reduce the chances of your dog being targeted by thieves.

10 expert tips on keeping your dog safe from thieves while you're out for a walk

Mathie Chalmers Hearts groundsman shows the Scottish Cup to a section of the crowd at Tynecastle in 1956. Hearts had beaten Celtic at Hampden Park in the Scottish Cup final, 1956.

20 pictures of Tynecastle in the 1950s and 1960s

Most dogs love a trip to the beach - but they are not always welcome.

All the beaches in Scotland that have restrictions on dogs

Some of the wildlife to look out for in Scotland during March.

10 pieces of amazing Scottish wildlife to look out for in March

The Dry Island is situated in the Gair Loch, surrounded by incredible Scottish scenery.

Stay on a secluded island on Scotland's spectacular west coast

These staycations all give you a chance to marvel at the night skies - weather willing.

10 Scottish dark sky staycations for stargazing and seeing the Northern Lights

Some breeds of cat are naturally more affectionate and friendly than others.

The 10 friendliest breeds of adorable cat

These are the cat names that have proved most popular over lockdown.

The 10 most popular cat names in the UK over lockdown
As pet ownership has surged over the pandemic, these are the names that have proved most popular with feline fans.

These have been the most popular breeds of cat over lockdown.

The 10 most popular breeds of cat in the UK

These are the 10 most expensive breeds of cat.

The 10 most expensive breeds of cute cat

Following a few simple tips could lead to you building a deeper bond with your cat.

10 top tips for creating the purr-fect relationship with your cat

Some of the famous musicians who have made the Sunday Times Rich List 2022.

The 13 richest musicians in the UK according to the Sunday Time Rich List 2022

There's no shortage of places all over Scotland where you can enjoy the sight of hundreds of blooming snowdrops.

10 of the best snowdrop walks in Scotland to enjoy this February

A few simple precautions can ensure that your vet has a happy and healthy Valentine's Day.

10 tips to keep your adorable dog happy and healthy on Valentine’s Day

Some of the wildlife to look out for in Scotland during February.

10 pieces of amazing Scottish wildlife to look out for in February

Some of the Scottish beers you can drink without cheating on your Dry January.

Here are 12 alcohol-free Scottish beers for Dry January

There are a few things you can do to ensure your dog has a happy start to 2023.

Expert tips on keeping your dog safe and happy over New Year celebrations

Some dogs get very stressed by the sounds and smells of fireworks on Bonfire Night, but there are things you can do to help them cope.

Expert tips on keeping your adorable pup calm during fireworks

Hogmanay revellers at Tron Kirk Edinburgh 1959

10 nostalgic memories of Hogmanay in Scotland from yesteryear

These Scottish spa hotels all offer luxury in abundance.

10 Scottish spa breaks for a luxurious getaway in 2022

Millions of British people welcomed new pets into their home during lockdown - here are the most popular.

The 20 most popular pets in the UK

Challenge family and friends with our fiendish Christmas quiz.

25 Christmas pub quiz questions

Michelle Mone: Who is Scottish Conservative Baroness Michelle Mone and what's her net worth?

Who is Baroness Michelle Mone and what's her net worth?

Two ducks enjoy an Edinburgh Derby at Easter Road in May 1966.

16 pictures of Easter Road in the 1950s and 1960s

Mathie Chalmers Hearts groundsman shows the Scottish Cup to a section of the crowd at Tynecastle in 1956. Hearts had beaten Celtic at Hampden Park in the Scottish Cup final, 1956.

20 pictures of Tynecastle in the 1950s and 1960s

Santa Claus with little boy in Jenners - Edinburgh 1954

16 nostalgic memories of Scottish Christmases past

Will you be visiting the Netflix Christmas Cinematic Universe this festive season?

12 festive films to watch this December exclusive to Netflix