Ever since we featured Alix, the borzoi belonging to the Princess of Wales, in our January 8 1897 issue, dogs have been an intrinsic part of Country Life.
And let's face it, none of us can resist a handsome hound, whether it be a cheeky Jack Russell or a loving labrador and all the cross-breeds, mutts and mongrels in between.
This Saturday August 26 is International Dog Day, and in honour of all the Country Life dogs out there going about their daily rural business, we're putting together a doggie gallery which we'll publish next week.
Email us at country_life_digital@timeinc.com or share your pictures with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter – we'll share you snap of your favourite four-legged friend our pawsome round up.
8 famous Jack Russell terriers (and their owners)
Top terriers.
10 things you didn’t know about French bulldogs – including how they’re actually British
Elizabeth Whitney reveals some fun facts about the endearingly bat-eared French bulldog.
The 5 best dog-friendly hotels in London
Where to let sleeping dogs lie.
-
Why don't we know how long the UK coastline is?Welcome to the Coastline Paradox, where trying to find an accurate answer is more of a hindrance than a help.
-
The Country Life guide to Somerset: What to do, where to stay and how to eatSomerset is rich in natural beauty and history, but it is its wealth of small-scale food and drink producers, farmers and makers that really set it apart from the competition. Find out how to make the most of it all with our indispensable guide.
-
Everything you need to know about Hampstead: The real star of 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy'From Protestant Dissenters to Dame Judi Dench, Hampstead has long been synonymous with liberal values and prosperity — which is what makes it different from other parts of London. Now, it's stealing hearts the world over in the latest Bridget Jones film.
-
Tricks of the trade: London's best spots for second-hand salesNeed a mid-century desk? A frock from the 1960s? Here are five London markets that satisfy every taste.
-
The silver screen, blockbusters and bombs: The curious terminology of films explainedWhat links the RAF, Jurassic Park and Jaws? More than you might think.
-
You've got peemail: Why dogs sniff each other's urineEver wondered why your dog is so fond of sniffing another’s pee? 'The urine is the carrier service, the equivalent of Outlook or Gmail,' explains Laura Parker.
-
Seven true ghost stories from a century of Country LifeOver the course of Country Life's 125-year history, dozens of readers have shared their tales of ghosts. Here we've picked out seven of the most fascinating.
-
10 of Scotland’s most magical white sand beachesWhat better day to celebrate some of Scotland's most stunning locations than St Andrew's Day? Here's our pick of 10 of the finest white sand beaches in the country.
-
The BBC Proms are the most ambitious, eclectic and successful classical music festival in the world — and we should celebrate themThe Proms are a great British institution and a remarkable success story, says Country Life's cultural commentator Athena.
-
Country Life's top 10 dog stories of 2022From beautiful breeds to superb advice from our training expert, these are our best dog-related stories of the last 12 months.
