Many pet owners would admit to having lengthy conversations with their animals. They are great listeners, and they can’t spill any secrets! Unfortunately they can’t talk back to us in words, but their bodies say a lot. Animaltalk helps you get the message. The cat kiss Has your cat ever given you an intense stare,
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Have you ever arrived home from work, only to doubt whether you came home to the correct address? Your usually well-cared-for garden has had a make-over, and not the good kind. Next thing Fluffy enthusiastically comes to greet you – his face covered in soil. Turns out, Fluffy is what happened to your garden. Our
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There is a well-known quote that goes as follows: “He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.” It is unclear
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Q: How do I properly take care of my pet after he’s had an operation? A: Post-operative care is one of the most important aspects of your pet’s recovery. Depending on the nature and type of surgery, your veterinarian will give you instructions on how to take care of your pet. Ask someone to accompany
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Aggression in cats is a common behavioural issue, but it is often not taken as seriously as aggression in dogs – it should be, though! If you notice that your cat isn’t exactly the friendliest companion to be around, it’s worth trying to figure out what the reason is and rectify it. Dogs can do
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Your menu is planned and the drinks are chilled. You are ready to host a lovely evening with friends – the perfect way to relax after a long week. They arrive, and when you open the door, chaos erupts. Your poor guests are greeted with noise, paws and slobber. Sound familiar? Jumping up is a
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Ostriches are amazing animals. Although they are birds, they cannot fly, but they have so many other cool things that make them interesting. See if you know these facts about them. 1. One of a kind The ostrich, native to Africa, is the world’s largest bird, weighing up to 150kg. The females are light brown
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Animaltalk magazine has managed to grow exponentially during a time of financial uncertainty brought about by one of the greatest pandemics to hit the world – COVID-19. Thanks to copies sold from April to June 2020, the magazine managed to increase its circulation from an average of about 9,000 to an astonishing 57,324! This figure
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Q: What could be wrong if my cat stops eating? A: Should this problem continue for longer than 24 hours, it can become a life-threatening medical problem. Anorexia in cats can develop due to a single reason or a combination of factors. These include a change in routine or diet, a new food bowl or
While many of us are more comfortable with kittens or puppies, snakes are beautiful in their own way. Should you prefer your animal friend more on the scaly side, it is true that snakes can make great pets. However, you need to be 100% certain that you are ready for the commitment before you acquire
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Catnip is a green herb which causes cats to react in a very entertaining manner. What is catnip and how does it work? We take a closer look. What is catnip? Catnip (Nepetacataria) is a herb from the mint family, Labiatae. There are around 250 species of flowering plants in this family, but Nepetacataria is
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A rather amusing little scenario played out in my house a while ago. While preparing dinner, I dropped a cooked brussels sprout. My Chihuahua ran at lightning speed to grab it before I could pick it up. And, seeing the opportunity for a fun game, he refused to give it back even upon offering him
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