David Crookes
David Crookes has been a journalist for more than 20 years and he has written for a host of magazines, newspapers, websites and books including World of Animals, BBC Earth, Dogs and Canines, Gadget and The Independent. Born in England, he lives in a household with two cats but he’s also keenly interested in the differences between the huge number of dog breeds — in fact, you can read many of his breed guides here on PetsRadar. With a lifelong passion for technology, too, he’s always on the lookout for useful devices that will allow people to spend more time with their pets.
Latest articles by David Crookes

32 big dog breeds that make sensible pets
By David Crookes published
Advice If you’d rather go large then you’ll want to check out these 32 big dog breeds that make sensible pets

32 common dog behavior problems and solutions
By David Crookes published
Advice If you feel your dog is acting out of sorts then it’s worth looking at these 32 common dog behavior problems and solutions

32 no-hassle breeds for time-poor people
By David Crookes published
Advice You may have more time for a dog than you imagine. Check out these 32 no-hassle breeds for time-poor people

32 best dog breeds if you're short on space
By David Crookes published
Advice No room to swing a cat (as if you would!)? Then check out dogs that don’t need much room

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Cat: Which breed is better for you?
By David Crookes last updated
Versus Despite their striking similarities, the Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Cat debate throws up some key differences

Seven home remedies for cat constipation
By David Crookes last updated
Advice These home remedies for cat constipation will help get your kitty’s bowels moving again

German Shepherd vs Pit Bull: Which makes the best family pet?
By David Crookes last updated
Advice It’s German Shepherd vs Pit Bull in the ring as we find out which of these two loving canine companions is the best fit for your family

Do dogs sweat? How hot dogs keep cool
By David Crookes last updated
Advice Walking around in the heat feeling water across your body and wondering do dogs sweat too? You're not alone

Pit Bull vs Cane Corso: Which breed is better for you?
By David Crookes last updated
Advice From their size, temperament and trainability, we’re pointing out the differences between a Pit Bull vs Cane Corso

Golden Retriever vs Labrador: Which breed suits you best?
By David Crookes last updated
Advice The Golden Retriever vs Labrador debate seems impossible to settle with the two cousin breeds having many unique and loveable traits. But here is where they differ…

I tried some probiotics for cats – here’s what happened
By David Crookes last updated
Feature Did you know probiotics for cats exist? We find out if they are actually worthwhile feeding to a moggy

This trainer's two tips will help fix the most common loose lead training mistakes
By David Crookes published
NEWS Training your dog to walk nicely will be far more pleasurable and rewarding

Your dog uses its tongue to show stress, here's what to look out for
By David Crookes published
NEWS This lesson will teach you the meaning behind a nose lick or tongue flick

Study reveals you can communicate with your cat just by blinking, here’s how
By David Crookes published
News Scientists explain how you can chat away with your cat without uttering a single sound

Spike the Chihuahua contends for the title of world's oldest dog
By David Crookes published
News Spike's owners say the Chihuahua has lived longer than the official Guinness World Recorder holder

Kernel the Great Dane tries to fit into a tiny dog bed with hilarious results
By David Crookes published
News When Kernel spots a small dog bed, he tries to squeeze in, with hilarious results

Elderly cat with dementia keeps turning up to his former home
By David Crookes published
News Fred and his pet parents moved out a while back but he still remembers where he used to live

Watch: Well-trained Malinois uses toilet like a human
By David Crookes published
News He even closes the lid and flushes. Clever dog!

Watch: Puppy rejected by his mother is adopted by a CAT!
By David Crookes published
News Video shows momma cat welcoming an abandoned puppy into her feline family

'Unicorn dog' who lost an ear at birth takes Internet by storm
By David Crookes published
News Rae's single ear has grown on top of her head and her playful nature has gathered a large number of followers

My cat is smelly – what can I do?
By David Crookes published
Advice If your cat is smelly, it's not your fault! But there's likely an underlying issue that you will need to sort

Watch Doberman's protective reaction to human's toy pup prank
By David Crookes published
News When a tiny toy appeared in front of Tessa, she quickly sprung into action

Pebbles the oldest living dog dies just months before her 23rd birthday
By David Crookes published
News The Toy Fox Terrier earned an entry in the Guinness World Records
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