Q: I suspect that my cat often gets hairballs stuck in his throat. Is it common, and how can I treat it? A: Cats get hairballs from grooming themselves. It is mainly a problem in longer-haired cats, or cats who are itchy or have some kind of skin issue and therefore groom excessively. Hairballs can
In recent times, new concepts from human medical science have been utilised in research on animals, to help improve the overall health of our pets. Here, we discuss how mental health in animals can impact their physical health – one of the new concepts being developed in modern-day veterinary medicine. How pet owners’ mental health
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Broaden your knowledge with these #DidYouKnowFriday facts. Did you know? If there a bird who can be considered the slowest flyer, it is definitely the American woodcock. This bird flies at about 8km/h while in courtship, but in full flight, he flies between 26 and 45km/h. That is about the top speed of a human
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When you get your new kitten a scratch post, there are a few options to consider. It’s extremely important to ensure that your cat has multiple appropriate scratching options. There are many different scratch posts and cat gyms available on the market, as well as DIY options online, but it’s important to obtain or make
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Q: How do I deal with male-on-male aggression in dogs? A: While conflict is more likely to occur between dogs of the same gender, it’s more of a contributing factor than an ultimate cause or trigger. Inter-dog conflict can be incredibly complex and may span from mild tension and growling to full-blown fights in which
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Cats are known for their unique personalities and for doing what they want, when they want to, but it is possible to train your cat to do certain things for you. The use of a clicker will help with what you are trying to achieve with your cat. The click is used to mark the
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One of the most exciting parts about getting a new puppy, is choosing his name. There are so many cute names out there, and although deciding on one is fun, it also requires careful consideration to choose the ideal name. He will, after all, have this name for the rest of his life, and you
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You can win a set of four movie tickets to watch the premier of the movie Clifford The Big Red Dog before it releases in cinemas nationwide. The film is based on the children’s book series of the same name by Norman Bridwell. The film will premier in The Zone in Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gateway in Durban
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Time to expand your general knowledge with #DidYouKnowFridays. Did you know these facts about elephants, otters and who is the highest jumper in the animal kingdom? Did you know? The heaviest elephant tusk recorded weighed almost 120kg, and the longest tusk measured 3.5m. Talk about a terrible toothache. Tusks never stop growing, so the older
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Have you ever wondered why dogs bark? Causes for a dog to bark can include alerting to a stranger or threat in the dog’s territory, distress, frustration, irritability, separation distress, anxiety, boredom and insecurity, to name only a few. For the owner, it is quite acceptable when a dog barks at an intruder or at
Q: How do I discourage my cat from scratching my lounge suite when I have a scratch post close by? A: Cats need to scratch: it stretches out their body, it removes any pieces of dead nail, and it’s part of communication, as they leave scent markings where they scratch. Make sure your scratching post
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Cats and dogs have been part of people’s lives for many centuries, but lately they’ve been playing a very different role in our lives. They have become part of the family in most homes, and they have become companions, and even confidants, for some people. In this article, we speak to Dr Nicoleen Coetzee, research
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