It’s the last Friday of November and time to have a look at more adorable Crazy Critter pets! Don’t you just love them? Your pet can also appear in Crazy Critters. All you have to do is to email a picture with your pet’s name, your name and surname to animaltalk@panorama.co.za.
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The Society for Animals in Distress (SAID) has received unexpected opportunities and a powerful new partnership that will help it amplify its efforts in South Africa and beyond. It all began when Chery South Africa approached the society for an interview on Women’s Day, celebrating women making a positive impact in South Africa. During the
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Q: How do I know whether my dog is in pain? A: As veterinarians, one of our biggest tasks is knowing when an animal is in pain. Unfortunately, we can’t ask our patients: “Where does it hurt?” or “How bad is your pain?” We rely on subtle clues to ensure that our patients are pain-free.
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Most dogs will automatically use their noses to search for things to eat or to investigate new objects. Harnessing this instinct and teaching your dog to sniff on cue is great fun. Not only is it fun, but it helps grow confidence in timid or young dogs. Gaining confidence in solving tricky scent puzzles can
Fun with Flash: Switching on his nose! Read More »
We often look at our pets and wish we could have the same laid-back lifestyle they have. They can sleep when they want to, get someone else to feed them and don’t have to worry about who’s going to clean up the mess. But did you know that we can learn a few lessons by
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Q: How does the colour of my dog’s tongue and gums tell me whether he is ill? A: A healthy dog’s gums and tongue should be pink, just like yours, from all the tiny blood vessels running close to the surface. Common changes in gum and tongue colour, and what they could mean, include: Pale
When we go through difficult times, we tend to feel so much better if there is someone with us who will never leave our side and who will never betray our trust. In many cases, those special beings are our pets. Animaltalk asked Prof Nicoleen Coetzee why people lean on their pets so much during
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Cat owners know how finicky their feline pets can be. Some cats are real ‘foodies’, while others are snobs who often turn their noses up at food they don’t like. And sometimes, they love a certain dish one day, but walk away from it the next. That’s the life of a cat owner. But here
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Here is your latest dose of Crazy Critters. These pets are just too adorable. Remember that your pet can also feature in Crazy Critters. All you have to do is to send a picture of your pet, his name, and your name and surname to animaltalk@panorama.co.za.
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Mdzananda Animal Clinic started from humble beginnings when Mr Joe pushed a trolley with water buckets around the community of Khayelitsha to bath and feed the community’s pets. With the help of volunteers and funds, the clinic was founded in 1996, and today, it is fully functional and operates six days a week. To continue
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Q: What is the correct way to hold and carry a puppy? A: The best way to pick up a puppy is the one that is safest for him. I prefer placing one hand under the puppy’s chest, where the rib cage is, just behind the front legs, away from his belly and soft tissue,
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Have you ever wondered what is the rave about puppy schools and why puppies should attend these classes? Behaviourist Samantha Walpole explains why it is important for your puppy. The general socialisation stage for a puppy is between three and 16 weeks. This is a critical one-time window of opportunity. We never get this
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