Q: Why do dogs tilt their heads? A: There’s nothing quite as cute as a dog tilting his head while looking at you. The head to the side, the slightly bemused expression – it’s absolutely adorable. But there might just be a good reason why some dogs do this. Although dogs have incredible hearing, they
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Nail polish is not safe for any pets. Cats and dogs lick their paws and nails – it is a natural behaviour for them. When your pet licks his paws, even if the polish is dry, he might consume some of the chemicals, which can be toxic. Even the fumes of the wet polish can
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As your puppy grows older and achieves one milestone after the other, you might want to introduce him to more activities to keep him fit. One sport that is gaining fame in South Africa is agility. Starting your dog at a young age, you’ll soon find out if he is cut out for it or
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It is better to have your pets sterilised to avoid unwanted pregnancies, especially if you are not a registered breeder. Intact males roam to find females who have come into season, which then increases their risk of coming into contact with other animals who may carry parasites and/or infectious diseases. Intact males often injure themselves
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Q: Why do cats prefer drinking from the bathroom tap? A: Many cats seem to prefer drinking water from a running tap rather than a bowl, to the extent that some may wait next to taps in the hopes that someone will turn it on for them. There’s a simple reason for this: cats prefer
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There’s a reason why there are so many catnip toys available on the market. According to researchers, it is the ‘happy’ receptors replicating pheromones in a cat’s brain that react to the smell of the herb. Not all cats enjoy catnip, but those who do, might go completely ‘gaga’ and roll in it, rub up
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There is no handbook with one-size-fits-all information on behaviour training that will work for all dogs, but there are some guidelines that you can follow to raise a well-behaved dog. Here are 10 big things that you should avoid at all times. 1. Punishment during potty-training Don’t punish your new puppy for toileting in the
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Do you also wonder how to show your dog more affection? Besides the traditional ways, try these: Be a responsible pet owner and provide your pets with the best possible care. Pet should be kept clean and parasite free – follow a good deworming and tick and flea regime. Also provide your dog with a
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Q: Are cats really scared of cucumbers? Or is it a myth? If they are, why? A: For a while, videos circled the internet of cats reacting in fear to cucumbers placed near them while they weren’t looking. The cat would notice the cucumber and jump away from it, seemingly in intense fear. These videos
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There are seven groups or categories of dogs in South Africa into which dogs are placed according to their current function or previous history and heritage. Other characteristics like temperament and the physical appearance of a dog may also dictate into what group a breed is placed. Although dogs have individual temperaments which are also
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Are you planning your holiday over the Easter period, or maybe later in the year? Will your dog still be a puppy then? This is what you should keep in mind: Make sure all his inoculations are up to date and that he is being treated with an effective tick and flea control product. If
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Q: When is the best time to start socialising puppies and what are the first steps? A: Socialisation needs to start as soon as you bring your puppy home. Keep in mind that your puppy is constantly having new experiences, and every experience should be positive! Socialisation is not just about exposing your puppy to
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