Martha Terry

Features editor

Martha is an experienced journalist who is mad-keen on dogs of all shapes and sizes. After growing up with assorted liver and white springer spaniels, she enjoyed 14 years with two rescue dogs, one a street dog from Gambia who was abandoned at three weeks old. Now, her constant companion, whether by her feet at her desk or out running through the fields of Berkshire, is Fidget, an extremely energetic and habitually muddy black and white springer.

Also included in Martha’s menagerie are three rabbits, a hamster, two axolotls and a growing number of tropical fish. An ex-racehorse, Mac, completes the family.

Martha has written on topics as diverse as cloning a top horse, to travelling the world with your dog and the best canine GPS trackers. She is a regular contributor on canine, equestrian and rural matters for a range of publications including Horse & Hound, Country Life, The Field, The Times, The Spectator and The Telegraph.

When Martha isn’t busy writing about dogs and horses, playing with dogs and horses or thinking about dogs and horses, she loves skiing and ultra-running at a very low level.

Latest articles by Martha Terry

Dog on surfboard in sea

32 ways to build more fun into your dog’s routine

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE Things getting a bit boring? Here's how to build more fun into your dog's routine

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lady cuddling new puppy

32 top tips for first time dog owners

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE If you’re new to pet parenthood, these tips for first-time dog owners should set you on the road to a perfect start together

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cat and dog staring at each other

32 reasons why dogs are better than cats

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE The debate keeps raging on – but here are 32 reasons why dogs are better than cats

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Dog with gold credit card in mouth

32 simple ways to save money as a dog owner

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE Owning a dog is a long-term financial responsibility, but there are ways of paring down costs without skimping on health or welfare

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girl carrying corgi, smiling

32 ways to be a responsible dog owner

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE Having a pup is an enormous joy and privilege, but it comes with the responsibility to look after the dog throughout its life, through thick and through thin

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Sloughi

32 best dog breeds for warm climates

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE These are the best dog breeds for warm climates in all shapes and sizes.

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Model of Karl Lagerfeld's cat Choupette

32 of the most famous cats

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE From cartoon heroes to space travellers and presidential pets, cats have written their names in the history books

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Lassie on the red carpet

32 of the most famous dogs

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE From Snoopy and Scooby-Doo to war veterans or the loyal companions of kings and heads of state, some extra special dogs through history deserve all the glory

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Animals and human sat in a movie theatre

32 movies every animal lover needs to see

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE Whether you’re a dog or a cat person – or simply love wild animals – you’ll want to check out this selection of animal-focused movies for all the family to enjoy

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Two girls walking dog: best dog walks in the US

32 best dog walks in the US

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE With so many to choose from, this is our definitive list of the best dog walks in the US

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sweet cat: 32 best things about owning a cat

32 best things about owning a cat

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE Thinking of getting a feline friend? These are the best things about owning a cat

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Cat with owner: 32 worst things about owning a cat

32 worst things about owning a cat

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE They may be one of the world’s most popular pets, but these are the worst things about owning a cat

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Women hugging dog on jetty: best things about owning a dog

32 best things about owning a dog

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE They offer benefits to our physical and mental health and that's just two of the best things about owning a dog

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Line-up of dogs: what are the worst things about owning a dog

32 worst things about owning a dog

By Martha Terry published

Pooches may be the most popular pets in the home, but these are the worst things about owning a dog

cat laughing: 32 funny things cats do

32 funny things cats do

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE Whether it’s pouncing at your feet, sleeping on your laptop or making strange noises, here are 32 funny things cats do

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French Bulldog walking

32 reasons to love French Bulldogs

By Martha Terry published

We count down 32 reasons to love French Bulldogs and it's easy to see why this breed is so popular

two huskies smiling

32 funny things dogs do

By Martha Terry published

The ultimate feel-good pet, here are 32 funny things dogs do

Pharoah hound on a rock

32 unpopular dog breeds

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE While people are going wild for French bulldogs, we've found 32 unpopular dog breeds we think you should know about

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French bulldog

32 most popular dog breeds

By Martha Terry published

FEATURE In demand and much loved, these are the most popular dog breeds that never go out of fashion – and some that are rocketing up from relative obscurity

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White poodle

32 reasons to love Poodles

By Martha Terry published

They’re cute, companionable and have the most fantastic pompons, but what else makes Poodles the fifth most popular dog?

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Labrador sitting on the ground outside

32 reasons to love Labradors

By Martha Terry published

There are so many reasons to love Labradors. It’s official, they have topped the most popular dog charts more often than any other breed – and here’s why

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