There is always room for improvement, right? So, why don’t we pledge – during this Mother’s Day month – to be even better pet parents? If you are already the best pet parent there is – we salute you and we thank you. For most of us, there are a few more things we could
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Q: My dog is scooting inside the house and outside in the garden. What could be wrong, and what can I do? A: Immediately take your dog to the vet, as it can potentially be serious. Some dogs may empty their anal sacs by scooting or grooming themselves, but if left untreated, a simple irritation
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To have an elderly cat means that you have been a privileged owner, especially if you have had her from a young age. As a cat matures and gets older, her needs will change, and you need to take care of them. Depending on her breed, her senior years will start at around age seven,
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Puppy classes are more than just teaching your dog a few tricks. Both of you will learn so much about each other, how to communicate and understand each other, and what to expect of each other. This will also help you to build a stronger bond with your puppy, which is why it is so
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Q: Do animals feel toothache like we do? My cat has to have her teeth cleaned, and some removed, according to my vet. She doesn’t seem to be in pain though. A: It is very likely that your cat feels pain with periodontal disease, even though she might not whinge or complain. The pain levels
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As we approach winter and the nights are getting colder, you might want to be aware of hypothermia. Let your pets into your home at night, and don’t expose them to the winter cold. This hypothermia infographic explains what it is, and what to do. You can also download it from https://www.coolmags.co.za/hypothermia/. What is hypothermia?
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Sitting next to the koi pond watching the koi fish swimming around can be so relaxing. The hobby of koi fish should be enjoyed and not be a ‘second job’, otherwise it won’t be as relaxing anymore. With the right skills in place and by receiving the right advice, your family and friends will enjoy
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Q: My hamster seems to have diarrhoea. Can it be because of his diet? A: Diarrhoea in hamsters can be caused by diet if the pellets are unbalanced, or if they eat a lot of green leaves at a time. If you suddenly change your hamster’s diet to a new pellet or different vegetables, this
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When we went into lockdown just over a year ago, we were warned that COVID-19 would be with us for longer than we expected. Never could we have imagined how this pandemic would change the entire world, and how it would affect our lives. Animaltalk wanted to find out how it has changed the veterinary
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Q: Do I have to brush my bunny’s teeth to keep them clean? A: No, you do not. If rabbits are fed good-quality hay daily, with the addition of limited amounts of extruded pellets and some greens and veggies, then their teeth should maintain themselves. Rabbit dental problems occur when they are not fed properly,
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During the pandemic, our pets have played an even greater part in our lives, offering endless companionship and joy. As a result, the demand for pet-friendly interior design has never been higher. Hunkering down with our furry friends, we realised that our interiors need to withstand the wear and tear, and ensure that the environment
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While it is human nature to discipline or punish somebody for what they have done wrong, we should understand that pets are not people. They don’t comprehend things on the level we do, and they don’t understand the difference between right and wrong. Just as there are many ideas on how to ideally discipline children,
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