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

World's tallest living cat confirmed as Fenir the Savannah
By David Crookes published
News Fenir has gained an entry in the Guinness World Records as the tallest living cat

Man saves cat from Hurricane Ian in dramatic viral video and decides to keep him
By David Crookes published
News Viral video shows a hero scooping up a terrified cat and saving it from powerful flood waters

How to convert cat years to human years
By David Crookes published
Advice Understanding how to convert cat years to human years requires a little bit of math - or a handy chart!

How to pick up a cat correctly
By David Crookes published
How to Learning how to pick up a cat safely is vital if you want to take them to the vet – or enjoy a cuddle

Family who wanted one puppy now lives with thirteen fully-grown Golden Retrievers
By David Crookes published
News Social media accounts follow a large group of Golden Retrievers who have grown up together as The Fluffy Family

German Shepherd's early bird Halloween costume has everyone smiling
By David Crookes published
News This cute German Shepherd is getting ahead of himself with a fun Halloween costume for the forthcoming spooky season

Larry the Cat's hilarious Tweets keep the UK's political pundits entertained
By David Crookes last updated
News Downing Street's Chief Mouser Larry the Cat reaches the end of his tether following another tumultuous week in British politics

I tried some calming cat treats - find out what they did to my cat
By David Crookes published
Feature If your cat is feeling anxious then, like us, you may want to try some calming cat treats

Why does my cat eat plastic? And how do I get them to stop?
By David Crookes published
Advice If you're wondering, “why does my cat eat plastic?”, you'll also need to discover ways of making them stop

Dolly Parton launches Doggy Parton, an accessories collection for dogs
By David Crookes published
News Singer Dolly Parton's business, Doggy Parton, is a line of dog apparel, accessories, toys and more

Are cats lactose intolerant or can they drink milk or cream?
By David Crookes published
Advice They certainly seem to adore milk but are cats lactose intolerant? Let's find out!

WATCH: Cute cats bop along to Charlie Puth's Left and Right
By David Crookes published
News A video of kittens nodding to a recent hit song has internet viewers dancing with joy

Diaper-wearing disabled cat goes straight to the heart of millions on Instagram
By David Crookes published
News Videos of Aoife crawling on her front paws and wearing a diaper have become viral hits

Watch: Sylvester Stallone shows off his new Rottweiler puppy
By David Crookes published
News Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone shares an Instagram video of his new four-legged companion

Monkeypox in pets: How concerned should we be?
By David Crookes published
Vet's guide Should we be concerned about the emergence of monkeypox in pets? We answer the important questions, including what to look out for

Gentle giant! Massive mastiff is the perfect playmate for two little girls
By David Crookes last updated
South African Mastiff Barney has won hearts worldwide after adorable images of him with his two “little sisters” went viral

Off-duty cop charged after neighbor's dog is shot with a pellet gun
By David Crookes published
News Apollo the Spanish Mastiff died and a pellet was later found to be lodged in his lungs

Vet sparks debate with her list of five worst dog breeds she would not own
By David Crookes published
News US vet Dr Terrell sparks controversy with her fun rundown of worst dog breeds she wouldn't own. Do you agree?

Bodega cat Boka goes missing and is assumed stolen in Brooklyn
By David Crookes published
News A local hunt for a bodega cat turns international after footage of an alleged theft goes viral

Can dogs eat cherries? What's safe for your hound
By David Crookes published
Advice This popular and tasty fruit is a sweet ingredient for people but the question is: can dogs eat cherries, too?

Watch: Tiny French Bulldog pup chases large Rottweiler around the room
By David Crookes published
News Dozer the Rottweiler had some playful fun with a newly introduced French Bulldog puppy
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