Abby Driver
Abby is a freelance writer and long-time dog owner. She currently has two golden retrievers, Lowen and and Indy, but has previously had many other pets, including rabbits.
As well as looking after her own pets, Abby also volunteers at a local dog rescue centre, helping out with daily activities, such as walking, feeding and grooming, which offers her additional insight into pet care.
As part of her role at PetsRadar, Abby regularly collaborates with vets and animal behaviorists to ensure the content she produces is factually correct and contains sound expert advice.
Abby has previously written for Metro, House Beautiful, Fit+Well, and more.
Latest articles by Abby Driver

How far can dogs smell? And other ‘nosy’ questions answered
By Abby Driver published
Fun Facts From picking up the scent of a potential mate miles away to uncovering an explosive, a dog's nose is always hard at work

18 scent hounds with powerful noses
By Abby Driver published
Advice Some of these scent hounds can smell more than 12 miles in the right conditions!

10 small dog breeds that don’t shed (much!)
By Abby Driver published
Advice If you’re looking for a low-maintenance dog and you’re short on space, one of these small dog breeds that don’t shed could be just what you’re looking for

The real cost of owning a dog revealed
By Abby Driver published
Feature Have you been wondering about the cost of owning a dog? We’ve dug a litter deeper to help you assess what you can afford

How to be the best dog owner
By Abby Driver published
Advice Always striving to do your best? Here’s how you can show up for your pet and be the best dog owner, with advice from our vet

How to clean a fish tank in 6 simple steps
By Abby Driver last updated
How to From products you'll need to steps to take, here's how to clean a fish tank

8 ways I’m involving my dog in Christmas festivities this year
By Abby Driver published
Real owner Here’s how I plan to involve my dog this Christmas so that it doesn’t all become too much for her

Housing rabbits indoors? We put your questions to a vet
By Abby Driver published
Advice More pet owners than ever are housing rabbits indoors, so if it’s something you’re considering, here’s what you need to know

Housing rabbits outdoors
By Abby Driver last updated
Advice If you’re thinking about housing rabbits outdoors, you might have some questions about what’s best, so we’ve put them to a vet

How much space does a rabbit need?
By Abby Driver published
Vet’s Guide Dr McMillan answers all our questions

How to teach your dog to heel
By Abby Driver published
ADVICE Want to upgrade your walks? Get the expert lowdown on how to teach your dog to heel…

My dog was very attention-seeking around our baby until we set boundaries, here’s how
By Abby Driver published
FEATURE I didn’t realize I’d accidentally created a needy dog until I had a baby! Here’s how we helped our dog through the tricky transition…

I bought a puppy while raising a toddler - here’s six useful tips I've picked up
By Abby Driver published
Real owners Considering getting a puppy while raising a toddler? Learn from my mistakes…

I swapped my puppy over to raw food and was shocked at how much it improved her behavior
By Abby Driver published
FEATURE How changing my puppy's diet made her calmer and easier to train
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