Going to the dogs: our predilection for pets

http://www.guardian.co.uk/global/2010/sep/12/pets-battersea-dogs-home-animal-welfare-animals

Furry, four-legged, faithful and full of fun… It's no wonder many of us prefer our pets to our partners. But why have we become such a petcentric nation? As Battersea Dogs & Cats Home celebrates its 150th anniversary, we examine the changing role of animals in our lives

very nice hedge

http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2010/sep/06/huge-leylandii-plymouth-dispute

Neighbours are objecting to the giant leylandii trees David Alvand has grown in his front garden to maintain his privacy

Please . Somebody . Get rid of this man!

http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2010/sep/06/prince-charles-green-train-campaign

Eight carriages for a core party of 14 people to preach a message of sustainability on week-long tour of Britain