We all know that a trip to the vet is not our pets’ favourite outing, and for some pets and their humans, it can be a very stressful event. There are, however, measures that we can take to limit the amount of stress that our pets experience when going to the vet. 1. Training and
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Q: What is the best way to groom my rabbit? A: Rabbits, especially the long-haired varieties such as the Jersey Wooly, need regular grooming to prevent knots and mats from forming in their very fine hair. Ideally one should get the bunny used to being brushed from a young age, as adult bunnies can take
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It’s that time of the year! Seasonal allergies can make life difficult for you and your pet. To help you, we have answer to some of the frequently asked questions. Q: How can I know for sure if my pet suffers from allergies? A: If you suspect that your pet has an allergy, ask your
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Rain spiders have gotten quite a bad reputation due to their hairy, eight-eyed, eight-legged look, but these little guys deserve the benefit of the doubt. They are quite fascinating creatures, and play a very important role in the ecosystem. 1. Cape Town to Kosi Bay Rain spiders, also called huntsman spiders or lizard-eating spiders, are
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Being a pet owner isn’t always the easiest task, especially when our furbabies are not well. Since they cannot tell us what is wrong, we need to look at the symptoms and record them so that we can share them with the vet. In this article, we look at asthma in cats. Feline asthma or
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Q: Should I trim my bird’s wings to prevent him from flying away? A: There is no simple answer to this question. If you are in a situation where your bird can safely fly around, then this is first prize. Birds are meant to fly. Flight is excellent exercise and is also good for confidence
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Many centuries ago when dogs lived in the wild, they had to forage for food and that took up most of their days. Later, men domesticated dogs and then bred them to do specific work. But today, most dogs are companion animals and don’t have much to keep them busy, resulting in bored dogs. Luckily,
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The South Africa honey bee is an interesting insect who has in important role to fulfill. He might be small, but can have a huge impact on nature – let’s find out what is so cool about this creature. Ancestral meaning Both in the Xhosa and Pedi culture, honeybees play an important role. For instance,
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There is no fun in the life of a bored dog and that’s why so many dogs display unwanted behaviours when they don’t have something constructive to do. Keeping your dog mentally stimulated is also good for his mental health and is actually easy to do at home. The bored dog You might ask why
Q: The outside of my dog’s eyelids seems slightly swollen. Is this an eye infection and what should I do about it? A: Blepharitis is a term that refers to inflammation of the eyelid. The outermost layer of the eyelid is made up of skin and hair follicles; the middle layer is made up of
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Having worked from home for a long period and then suddenly have to return to the office can be difficult for your dog, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your world. Here are a few ideas of what you can do to keep your dog occupied and happy while you’re at the
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Dung beetles don’t get all the credit they deserve! These little insects clean up after animals without thinking twice. Let’s find out why they are so cool. Have your poop and eat it! Imagine eating other animals’ poop every day as your main meal. That is the diet of most dung beetles. But they are
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