David Crookes
David Crookes has been a journalist for almost 30 years and he has written for a host of magazines, newspapers, websites and books including the World of Animals Annual, BBC Earth, Live Science, The Independent and Tom’s Guide.
Born in England, he lives 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 that he’s written in collaboration with vets here on PetsRadar.
With a lifelong passion for technology, too, he’s always on the lookout for useful devices that will allow people to keep their pets happier and healthier, and provide them more time to spend together.
David has a degree from Durham University, as well as postgraduate diploma in journalism from the University of Central Lancashire.
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News After a video of this sad Bulldog went viral, a family came forward to adopt her

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Advice French Bulldog vs Pug? On looks alone, it appears there's not much to choose between them but is that really the case?

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News Grease star John Travolta adopts dog with his son in the wake of Jamie Lee Curtis' heartfelt tribute to Betty White

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News Beans the cat scrambled up the side of a house, leaving his pet parent climbing the walls

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News There's actually a very good reason why this adorable German Shepherd walks through doors backwards

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Breed Profile The class clowns of the canine world, pugs are devoted and doting, but the fun they bring is bundled with the need for a lot of care and attention

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Breed profile Boerboels are intelligent and loyal but do these natural guard dogs make good family pets?

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Pondering “why does my dog stare at me?” as those eyes bear down? Time to find out!

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Concerned about dog dandruff? Find out how to identify and treat the condition

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News "Normal" pooches can't board flights so fake service dogs are flying round the restrictions

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Advice Why do cats wag their tails and what are the tales behind those moves?

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Advice Are German Shepherds good family dogs? Read this if you're thinking of adding one to your pack

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Tear jerking TikTok video features Bell – the only cat in an adoption shelter yet to find a new home

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Health problems in certain breeds violate Norway’s animal welfare laws, a court has ruled

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News A pet parent is adamant that a dog's name is not a slur against Americans and the internet seems to agree

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Advice Ever wondered “are cats smarter than dogs?”. Then let's see what the experts say and also compare their brain sizes

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Advice Thinking about buying a French Bulldog? Then it's important to know “how much does a French bulldog cost to own?”

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Advice Affectionate and lively with an appetite for play and mischief, the charming French Bulldog makes for a wonderful companion

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How To It may be hammy time, but if you don't know how to play with a hamster, you could cause your pet unnecessary stress

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Advice Invest in flushable cat litter and you'll enjoy the convenience of disposing of it but at what other cost?

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Not yet ratedReview The ORSDA Electronic Cat Toy is a two-in-one device that allows your feline friends to tap into their hunter instincts

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Advice What are feral cats? Should you try and adopt them, or are they beyond training? We answer this and more

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Buying guide Get your pooch ready for the festivities with the best dog Christmas sweaters
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