Lou Mudge
Lou is an experienced writer and keen dog lover who works at PetRadar's sister sites, LiveScience, Fit And Well and Coach. When Lou isn't covering health and fitness, she's busy spending time with her rescue lurcher, Dixie, horse riding or growing all kinds of veggies and flowers on her allotment.
Lou grew up with dogs and got her first dog in 2023 after many months of searching. Dixie is a six-year-old brindle greyhound lurcher (with lots of saluki mixed into her DNA too). Dixie was very uncertain and nervous when she first came home with Lou, who is her third owner, but after lots of time and care, she is now a happy, confident dog (with lots of canine and human friends!)
Latest articles by Lou Mudge

I tried everything to help my nervous rescue dog settle in — here’s what actually worked
By Lou Mudge published
FEATURE Welcoming a nervous lurcher into my home wasn't all plane sailing at first but I picked up some invaluable advice along the way

17 star-studded pets to name your new cat or dog after
By Lou Mudge published
Feature It can be difficult to find the perfect name for your new furry friend, so we’ve turned to film, TV and books to help you choose a star-studded pet name

7 weird things that dogs do that are actually completely normal
By Lou Mudge published
FEATURE We’ve investigated some of the weird things dogs do and it turns out, they are pretty natural

20 of the most affectionate dog breeds that love to be loved
By Sarah Butcher last updated
Advice The most affectionate dog breeds are well worth considering if you're looking for a canine companion who's always up for a cuddle

Behaviorist reveals top 3 breeds for your first dog
By Lou Mudge published
NEWS Will Atherton, a Canine Behaviorist and Instagram famous dog trainer lists the best breeds for first time owners in his experience

This trainer's tips are a game changer for impulse control in dogs
By Lou Mudge published
NEWS Helpful video from accredited trainer Gia Savocchi shows how to refocus a highly intelligent dog during training

6 fall season dangers for dogs - what you should be looking out for
By Lou Mudge published
There are plenty of hidden fall dangers for dogs: here’s what you need to know

19-year-old rescue dog gets a 'bucket list' after family dumped her at a shelter
By Lou Mudge published
News Elderly Annie was left at a shelter by lifelong owners, now she has a new lease of life

Wonder dog survives terrible accident, goes on to win hearts in home
By Lou Mudge published
News After multiple procedures, Luca looks handsome and happy in his foster home

Romanian rescue reunited with long-lost sister in tear jerking viral clip
By Lou Mudge published
News Romanian rescue pups Luna and Mei are reunited in this joyful TikTok video

Paraplegic Mastiff wins hearts by ditching her wheelchair
By Lou Mudge published
News Mastiff Dixie, who has no back legs, runs around on her front paws demonstrating an unbreakable spirit

German Shepherd's adorable playtime with toddler best friend will melt your heart
By Lou Mudge published
News A video showing a German Shepherd frolicking around a giggling toddler has gone viral online
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