Mientjie Kleinhans

Save the seedlings from diggers

You’ve just planted the most amazing new seedlings in your garden and spent a fortune on them, only to find that Rufus has ‘killed’ them with some ‘gardening’ of his own. This is enough to make you cry. But instead of crying, try these options to prevent your dog from destroying your beautiful new garden.

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Wet food for senior cats

Most cat owners have wondered at one time or another whether to choose dry food or wet food for their beloved pet – even more so once their cat reaches the golden years. There is unfortunately no easy answer, as each cat is unique, with her own taste and preference. Both wet and dry food

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Q & A: Urinating in the house

Q: Since we got our new cat, our dog started urinating in the house, which he didn’t do before. What should I do? A: While you might be very excited about your new family member, your dog experiences the addition of a cat a little bit differently. Having to now share his home with a

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Counting down 10 long-living animals

Have you ever wondered which animals live the longest on our planet? These are some of the animals who live for many years… 10. African elephant Life expectancy: 60-70 years Natural predator: Lions (occasionally) Place of origin: Africa Not only do elephants live long, they also have a very good memory. They can remember incidents

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Q & A: Whining dog

Q: Is it normal for a dog to just sit by himself and whine? What can I do about it? A: This is definitely a reason for concern. The first step would be a visit to the vet. It’s possible that your dog is complaining about not feeling well. Once any possible health concerns are

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How to pronounce these dog breeds

There are many dog breeds all over the world and it can be difficult to pronounce some of the names, especially the ones from non-English-speaking countries. To make it easier, we’re listing a few of these names and the correct way to pronounce them, according to Google. See whether you’ve been right or wrong all

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Clean house, better health

Spring is here and this usually means regular spring-cleaning sessions around the house. You know it must be done, and if you need some encouragement to get it done, here it is. Keeping a hygienic home will enhance your family’s (which includes the pets) health and help everyone live a healthier life. One of the

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