Mientjie Kleinhans

Q and A: Parasites in rescue kittens

Q: Do all kittens from rescue shelters struggle with ‘bad’ parasites in their intestines? How can this be treated? A: Kittens from rescue centres are at a much higher risk of being exposed to intestinal parasites. Often the circumstances and conditions under which these kittens ended up at the shelters resulted in a compromised immune

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12 Feeding secrets for cats

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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Interesting camel facts

Camels have fascinated people for many years and one of the most known fact about them is that they can survive without water for a long time. Here are more interesting facts about these animals. Desert animal Not many animals can survive in the desert, but the camel is fully equipped to handle this lifestyle

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Q & A: Eating cat poo

Q: How can I prevent my dog from eating the cat’s stool from the litterbox? A: This is a very common problem, and although we may find it really disgusting, dogs probably enjoy the taste. Cat’s stools probably taste like cat food, and most dogs will eagerly eat cat food if they have the chance.

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Building special bonds

Creating and maintaining a strong bond with a pet can be more beneficial to us than we realise. Looking into those puppy eyes or sitting with a kitty on our lap can bring instant calmness. For many people, having a pet is the most natural thing in the world. But what we don’t always realise

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Q & A: Stickler for routine

Q: How important is routine in a dog’s life? A: Sticking to a routine as much as possible has definite benefits for your dog. Dogs are creatures of habit, and just as routines are important to children and adults, they are also important for our dogs. A stable and consistent routine provides security and predictability.

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Goals and plans for 2024

New year’s resolutions are great – if we stick to them. We tend to make them on the spur of the moment but don’t always know how to make them a reality or how to keep working on them, especially with our lives being so busy. And before you know it, it’s the end of

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