Adam England
Adam is a freelance journalist specialising in pets, music and culture, and mental health and wellbeing. He investigates and writes the large majority of news on PetsRadar, and collaborates with veterinary experts, such as Dr Rebecca MacMillan to produce informative pet care content.
Adam has a journalism degree from Southampton Solent University and a masters degree in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University. He was previously senior editor at dog advice website DogTime.com, and has also written for The Independent, GoodToKnow and Healthline.
He owns two rescue cats, Bunny and Dougie, and has also previously had a rabbit, fish and Roborovski dwarf hamsters. His parents also own a golden retriever called Corbyn, who he enjoys visiting and caring for.
Latest articles by Adam England

Olympian and world’s fastest vet designs dog relay race to celebrate the start of Crufts 2025
By Adam England published
News Six pups took part to raise awareness of joint health

Mandatory health testing for flat-faced dogs introduced at Crufts for first time with non-invasive breathing assessment
By Adam England published
News Dogs from three breeds will be assessed for brachycephalic obstructive airway disease

23 brachycephalic dog breeds
By Adam England published
Advice Some dog breeds are brachycephalic, or short-headed, and this comes with a range of health problems

Cat owner shares footage of what asthma can look like in felines
By Adam England published
News Would you know the signs to look out for?

Dogs have a favorite color, according to new research
By Adam England published
News Even though they don’t see as many as humans do, they’re still choosy

Cat rescued from the trash by ‘van lifers’ goes viral
By Adam England published
News ‘Friend’ was adopted after she was found abandoned on the beach

A stray cat with amputated ears receives a ‘second chance at life’
By Adam England published
News Phillip’s ears were amputated due to sun damage but he has a new lease of life

Warnings issued and raw pet food recalled after cats die from bird flu
By Adam England published
News Pet parents can contact the place of purchase for a refund

Queen Camilla announces that she’s adopted a new rescue puppy
By Adam England published
News It follows the death of her dog, Beth, last year

Dogs may use blinking to bond with each other, study suggests
By Adam England published
News It could be an aspect of facial mimicry – when someone imitates another’s facial expressions without realizing

A whopping one third of cat owners would ghost a potential date if they were allergic to their pet, survey reveals
By Adam England published
News Almost four in 10 have canceled a date to stay at home with their cat, too

Hundreds of people and dogs turn out to create guard of honor for terminally ill guide dog on his final walk
By Adam England published
News Eight-year-old Ian was recognized for all his hard work over the years

Which canine ‘unsung hero’ do you think deserves the Kennel Club Hero Award?
By Adam England published
News Read their amazing stories and cast your vote

‘It’s all about advocating for your dog’: Owner battles to raise awareness for anxious pups with #DogsInYellow campaign
By Adam England published
News “People presume they're an aggressive dog, and they're not. They're just a fearful dog”

Problem behaviors in ‘pandemic puppies’ are impacting the relationship between owner and dog, new research suggests
By Adam England published
News Puppies who found homes over the COVID-19 pandemic faced unique challenges that could still be having an impact

Should you be worried if you dog picks up a rock? Here’s what one trainer recommends you do
By Adam England published
Trainer’s tips A rock might look unsafe, but your dog’s unlikely to actually eat it

Biggest causes of anxiety new pet owners face revealed – can you relate?
By Adam England published
News From financial concerns to training, there’s plenty to think about when bringing a furry friend home

‘Two years ago this felt like a moon shot’: Lab-grown meat goes on sale in UK dog food in global first
By Adam England published
News Meatly’s “Chick Bites” come from cells taken from a single egg

Could robot pets be the future? Here’s what the experts are predicting
By Adam England published
News They’re already being used to help elderly people cope with loneliness and isolation

Leading dog chew toy company celebrates its 70th birthday with shelter dogs initiative – here’s how you can get involved
By Adam England published
News For every product purchased, it’ll donate a toy to a rescue

Bad weather? Try these expert-approved indoor games for plenty of fun with your dog
By Adam England published
Trainer’s Tips Stay warm and dry – but no less engaged and entertained.

Monty becomes first Giant Schnauzer to be crowned Westminster Kennel Club’s Best in Show
By Adam England published
News He’s the first working group dog to win Best In Show at Westminster in more than 20 years

Show your dog you love them with these five expert-approved tips this Valentine’s Day (Spoiler: no hugs allowed!)
By Adam England published
Trainer’s Tips Dogs don’t always enjoy being hugged, so here’s what to do instead
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