Q: I heard that dogs don’t have any emotional attachment to humans, and that they don’t have the ability to love you. And that they will only be obedient for a treat or reward, and not because they want to please their owner. Is it true that they don’t actually love you? A: Define Love.
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The thought of flying in an aircraft might be exciting for some, but it can be a nightmare for a dog who doesn’t know what’s happening to him. Behaviourist Alyson Kingsley-Hall shares some very valuable tips on how to prepare your dog for air travel. 1. Crate training Unless your dog is a guide
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Rescuing a dog from a shelter is very brave and might be challenging at times, especially when you want to teach him new things and how to fit into your home. It is extremely important that you be patient throughout the process and remember that you can always call on a qualified behaviourist for advice.
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There is a reason why the lion is the king of the jungle. For instance, did you know that a lion’s canine teeth are about 10cm long? See what else is amazing about this apex creature. 1. Mighty mane The one thing that sets male lions apart from other big cats is without a doubt
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Almost everyone knows someone who has used or is using CBD oil to manage conditions like pain, anxiety, insomnia and neurological disorders like epilepsy or multiple sclerosis. If humans are using CBD oil for medicinal purposes, can we give it to our pets for their ailments and pain? Let’s first take a look at what
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Q: One of our dogs recently died of old age, and now the other dog is extremely lonely and clearly misses him tremendously. What can we do? A: I am so sorry to hear about your loss! Dogs can form strong emotional bonds with other companion animals, and it is well documented that they display
When going on holiday, the last thing you want to stress about is the wellness of your pet. Sometimes it is impossible to take our pets with us on holiday, and then we want to know that they will be taken care of by somebody we can trust – like a caring pet sitter. Mariska
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Everybody will joyfully be anticipating the arrival of the new puppy. The temptation is to arrive home and show the puppy to everyone – humans and animals. But slow down for a second! Your puppy has just left the only home he’s ever known. He’s left his mom and siblings, and the people who cared
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Bringing home a new kitten is so exciting, and everybody can’t wait for the new arrival. All sorts of plans are made, information about the cat’s diet and behaviour is researched, sleeping patterns are adjusted and toys are all waiting in anticipation of the kitten. But, if you have other cats, have you anticipated how
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Q: My dog has just been diagnosed with arthritis. How can I make life more comfortable for him? A: Canine osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that can affect just one or all joints in the body. These dogs are usually stiff and can be in a lot of pain and their mobility can be severely
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Taking your dog with you on holiday sounds like fun. You won’t have to feel guilty or worry about him being ‘alone’ at home with the pet sitter or at a kennel. Music is a great way to help keep your dog calm and, at the same time, get you in the holiday mood. Here
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When you get a new puppy or adopt a rescue dog from a shelter, you might want to change his food to something different. Or your doggy might have outgrown his puppy phase and now needs adult food. Perhaps it’s your adult dog needing to transition to senior food. Whatever the reason, when you have
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