Ian Stokes

Ian Stokes

Freelance writer

Ian is a freelance writer and likes to joke that he’s potentially a dog trapped in human form.

He loves animals of all shapes and sizes, and has lived with dogs, cats, chinchillas, guinea pigs, birds, fish, and even a tarantula.

Ian has more than 20 years’ of writing experience and is currently entertainment editor at PetsRadar’s sister site Space.com and has also previously been tech and entertainment editor at LiveScience.

Ian has also written for Top Ten Reviews, which makes him the perfect candidate to help guide your buying decisions as a pet owner.

Ian has a degree in biology as well as a PhD in chemistry from Keele University.

Latest articles by Ian Stokes

A dog plays with the best snuffle mats for dogs.

Best snuffle mats for dogs 2025: keep your pooch stimulated

By Ian Stokes last updated

Buying Guide The best snuffle mats for dogs will give your furry friend a stimulating mental workout that ends with a tasty treat

Buying Guide
Person's hand holding out one of the best diabetic dog treats to a Labrador

Best diabetic dog treats for a healthy, satisfied pet in 2025

By Steve Jenkins, Ian Stokes last updated

Buying guide We’ve taken the hard work out of finding the best diabetic dog treats. Reward your pup without disrupting their diet.

Buying guide
What is a Pop-up Pug Cafe, and what happened when we visited one?

What is a Pop-up Pug Cafe, and what happened when we visited one?

By Ian Stokes last updated

Feature Pug cafes - and other dog cafes featuring Dachshunds, French Bulldogs and more - are popping up all over the world. Here's what they're about, and what happened when we went to one for coffee

Feature
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