-
A walk of wonder: The enduring beauty of the Kingston Lacy beech avenue
Fiona Reynolds takes a stroll around ancient Badbury Rings leads to Kingston Lacy, where an 188-year-old avenue of trees stands proud
-
King Charles Spaniels: 'They’re like little people in fur coats'
Once a favourite of the nobility, the distinguished King Charles spaniel is a loving and loyal little lap dog that can also hold its own outdoors, says Katy Birchall.
-
How to stop your dog barking constantly, by leading trainer Ben Randall
A dog who can't stop barking can drive you, your friends and your neighbours crazy. Luckily our resident canine agony uncle, Ben Randall, has several tips for encouraging any noisy four-legged chatterboxes to zip it.
-
Norfolk terriers: ‘Stubborn little bearers of total joy’
Norfolk terriers may be small and feisty, but their immense courage, intelligence and sheer joy of life have won over everyone from members of the Royal Family to Formula 1 champions, as Katy Birchall discovers.
-
How to train your dog not to wake you up even if you've nowhere to close them off at night
Training a dog into a night-time routine is a lot easier if you have a space for them to call their own — but what happens if you don't? Ben Randall explains more.
-
How to deal with a dog who's always looking for food, by leading trainer Ben Randall
Got a dog who is always hungry, just can't get enough of food, and doesn't have any qualms about playing up to get it? Ben Randall knows how to stop any gluttonous behaviour in its tracks.
-
Indices to Country Life articles
The Country Life Index of articles is all articles published by Country Life, since 1897, in one place.
-
How to stop your new puppy barking at the door by top trainer Ben Randall
Trying to prevent or discourage a fully grown dog from barking manically at the door every time the postman calls is one thing, but what about if you have a lovely, new young pup that you want to stop getting into this frenzied and annoying habit? As usual, Ben Randall knows exactly what to do.
-
How to train a dog who isn't interested in food, by expert trainer Ben Randall
The prospect of a hearty meal is enough to motivate almost any dog — but there are some who appear to resist. Ben Randall takes a look at why.
-
What price culture? £380 to see Taylor Swift — or £12 for a night at the Royal Opera
Country Life's cultural crusader Athena takes a look at the thorny issue of live music ticket prices — and how the habits of concert-goers today show that the struggles of classical music and opera to find an audience run far deeper than mere cost.
-
How to look after a dog who's scared of you, by expert trainer Ben Randall
Looking after other people’s dogs can be a lovely thing to do — but what happens when the dog is unaccountably terrified of you? Ben Randall explains.
-
How to stop your dog pulling on the lead, by A-list trainer Ben Randall
Top trainer Ben Randall talks through one of the most common problems dog owners face: a pooch who pulls on the lead as if they're trying to haul a locomotive.
-
'My dog doesn't like my husband. What can I do?' — Expert trainer Ben Randall has the answer
For many of us, our dogs are like members of our family, but what do you do when your canine companion does not feel the same way about your husband as you do? Ben Randall has all the answers.
-
Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers turns 30
Not all heroes wear capes, some are more likely to put on the wrong trousers and ask their dog if he wants ‘more cheese’. Harry Pearson meets Wallace and Gromit, two of our best-loved Plasticine characters.
-
How to stop your dog having a go at other dogs, by leading trainer Ben Randall
Some dogs are absolute angels around people of all ages — but for some reason can turn into little devils when around other dogs. Ben Randall takes a look at what's happening, and how to fix the problem.
-
How to stop your dog barking while you're trying to talk to people, by award-winning trainer Ben Randall
Having a dog who barks or jumps up while you're chatting to someone can be infuriating. Ben Randall explains what's going on and how to solve the problem.
-
Curious Questions: What is the Stone of Scone?
Shrouded in myth and mystery, the unremarkable-looking Stone of Scone — the ancient symbol of Scottish sovereigns — still plays a significant role in the coronations of British monarchs, says Matthew Dennison.
