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Your crazy critters! Feb 2016

So which one of these gifts are mine? Nelly, sent in by Rynhard and Roxanne van Schaik Snoopy getting some sun. Sent in by Monique Janse van Vuuren Muffin in one of his favourite spots. Sent in by Izelda du Toit Gomez with his lookalike toy. Sent in by Elyssa Savov Cooper sleeping in mommy’s [...]

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YOU can be an animal’s superhero

  We often feel helpless when we see an animal in unpleasant circumstances. Following the correct route of action is essential in helping the animal! The SPCA and Animal Anti Cruelty League share this valuable advice: Keep the number of an SPCA and an Animal Anti Cruelty League (AACL) with you at all times. Report

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Cool things about the hammerhead shark

The hammerhead sure is an intriguing animal! Here are some things you might not know about him: Stating the obvious One of nature’s weirder-looking creatures, it’s not hard to see how the hammerhead shark got his name. His scientific name is Sphyrnidae. 2. Shark vision Scientists believe that this shark’s unique head helps improve his

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No more smells! Cats and litterboxes

Just like dogs, cats can also have ‘accidents’ in the house. This often happens in the form of spraying, or sometimes your cat will simply stop using her litterbox, leaving you completely confused. The good news is that there are reasons for your cat’s behaviour regarding this, and Animaltalk is here to help. Rejecting the

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Keeping chickens

When you really love animals, often a dog and cat are just not enough. Chickens can make great pets, provided you have the means, time and space to care for them. As with any pet, it is extremely important to do your research beforehand. That way you’ll know exactly what you need to do to

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Wild romance

In the English language there are many expressions about love that refer to nature. Just think about the likes of ‘love nest’, ‘love on the rocks’, ‘love birds’, ‘puppy love’ and ‘love rat’. Here at Animaltalk, we think we have figured out why that is. When it comes to love, nature does it best! Finding

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Your Crazy Critters!

Scooby looking handsome – Sent in by Delanie Flanegan Gorgeous York! Sent in by Anya Ball. I’m watching you! – Sent in by Lüan de Jager Great place for a nap! – Sent in by Zanda Roloff Zorro taking a nap on Nixie – Sent in by Tabith Louw

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Down boy!

Jumping up is a behaviour often seen in dogs, and can be the cause of much frustration and even injury when, for example, they jump up on small children or older people. But why do dogs do this? “Dogs exhibit this behaviour for various reasons; for example, greeting the family, wanting attention, feeling frustrated or

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