Eight in 10 UK pet owners wish they could chat with their animals, with most wanting to know if they’re in pain or even frightened —just like kids’ favourite Doctor Dolittle. View 3 Images UK pet owners have one big wish - to be like Doctor Dolittle (Image: Alamy Stock Photo)

Brits wish they could talk to the animals - just like children's favourite Doctor Dolittle. A new study found eight in 10 UK pet owners would love to have chats with their furry friends. Most respondents - some 78% - want to find out if their hairy, feathered or scaly pal is in pain. ‌

Nearly three in five (56%) wish to know if their pets are frightened, while half (48%) are curious as to whether they are hungry. Kids' book favourite Doctor Dolittle, who could famously "talk to the animals ", was

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