Bedlington terriers: The looks of a lamb with the temperament of a terrier
Bedlingtons may be mild-mannered and sensitive, but keep an eye on them when they're off the lead...
Dogs & Animals
From perfect pedigrees to loveable canine scamps of unknown origin, we celebrate man’s best friend. Looking for a new dog? Consider our rehoming series in association with the Dogs Trust.
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Dandie Dinmont terriers: The adorable dogs with the soulful eyes who are bright, sparky and can't help but make you smile
The numbers of Dandie Dinmont terriers has recovered since a worrying dip a few years ago, and an anniversary year in 2020 could see the popularity of these irresistibly friendly dogs grow further.
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16 absolutely stunning images from the 2020 British Photography Awards
Our picture editor Lucy Ford picks out some of the finest from among the 320 shortlisted images entered for the 2020 British Photography Awards.
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Beavers back in Sussex for the first time in 400 years
Thanks to the Sussex Wildlife Trust and the Knepp Estate, beavers will once more be seen in the the Adur area.
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Vizslas: Superior at first, but docile, gentle at heart and prone to stick to you like glue
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Sealyham terriers: The dogs that are small, friendly, full of character and great for families
We meet the courageous and cheerful Sealyham terrier, one of our rarest native breeds of dog.
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The problem with geese: A farmer's nuisance, but a musician's dream
These avian visitors are a nuisance when they eat all the grass, but winters would be bleaker without their music. Jamie Blackett explains his conundrum.
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Boxer dogs: Loyal, trusting and affectionate – once you get past the drool
Clownish and energetic, yet devoted and trainable, boxer dogs make an entertaining addition to the family.
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Millennials gone mad? How 2020's dog owners are playing Spotify podcasts to pooches called Quinoa
2020 is already shaping up to be the year of the dog, with owners doing their absolute utmost to ensure their pet's comfort and happiness. Alexandra Fraser explores the top dog trends of the year – so far.
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Flatcoat retrievers: The dogs that are charming, endlessly happy and will do anything to capture your heart
Intelligent, devoted and adept at working all country, the flatcoated retriever is the Peter Pan of the dog world with a tail that never stops wagging, discovers Matthew Dennison. Photographs by Sarah Farnsworth.
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Curious Questions: How did a stork with a spear through its neck solve the mystery of the migration of birds?
For thousands of years, most people were convinced that birds hibernated in the winter — until a staggeringly resilient stork proved otherwise. Martin Fone explains.
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The great garden birdwatch schemes which need your help
This is the time of year when the big birdwatching schemes ask for the public's help to record the numbers of our feathered friends in the gardens of Britain. Annunciata Elwes explains more.
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The penguins of London Zoo: Traditionally good parents, occasionally clumsy and strictly not monogamous
'Once, the BBC was filming here and the penguins would take apart the equipment and run away with it, always the most expensive bits.'
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Stunning skies, terrifying falls and the thrill of the (steeple)chase: Six stunning pictures captured by the racing photographer of the year
The winning portfolio that saw the Racing Post's Edward Whitaker earn the Racing Photographer of the Year award is spectacular.
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Gordon setters: Distinguished, handsome and kindly dogs who deserve consideration
Developed by the 4th Duke of Gordon, the handsome black-and-tan Gordon setter has fallen out of fashion as a working dog, but deserves our attention as a potential pet.
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Country Life's quirkiest features of 2019: The dog who summoned the armed police, the bus that jumped Tower Bridge and the likelihood of death by coconut
The best thing about being a magazine with such a wide readership is the truly eclectic mix of articles that we're able to deliver to your doorsteps. Here are our favourites from the past year.
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Country Life's best dog stories of 2019: Adorably loyal terriers, political pooches and the dog who ate Christmas
Here at Country Life we (unsurprisingly) discuss a lot of four-legged friends. Here are our favourites from 2019.
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Country Life's best Instagram posts of 2019: Gorgeous interiors, stately homes and the lamb that broke the internet
One of Country Life's crowning jewels is our carefully-curated Instagram feed, displaying the Best of Britain twice a day, every day.
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The nativity camels: Unbelievably clever, a tad greedy and undeniably festive
‘They know we’d never take them anywhere dangerous. They trust us so much.'
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Golden Eagles: The aristocrats of the air — magnificent, haughty and deadly
David Profumo admires the golden eagle, the aristocrat of the air.
