Spend more time with your dog and develop a strong bond with him. He is after all your best friend for life. Time goes by so quickly, and before you know it, you missed out on years of adventure. Unless you make an effort to do different activities and take your dog on interesting adventures, […]
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As a cat lover, you would have noticed how your cat can spend hours grooming her lovely coat. Nature intended it that way by supplying her with all the right equipment to take care of her coat – from a flexible spine to manoeuvre herself to reach just about anywhere, to a barbed tongue to
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Who doesn’t love a fish tank with beautiful fish in a kaleidoscope of colours? It creates a tranquil atmosphere and it is so relaxing to watch them swim around, hide between the plants and ornaments, and play. You too can own a fish tank by starting with hardy fish – there are a variety to
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Susan’s dog accidentally fell pregnant and gave birth to an adorable litter of pups. Considering that shelters are full to the brim without the necessary resources to care for the staggering numbers of animals who come in daily, Susan should never have allowed this to happen and she really needs to sterilise her dog. But
A recent study indicates that the best age for homing kittens is closer to 14 weeks than the commonly advised eight weeks [i]. This is due to various developmental factors, and ensures fewer behavioural problems throughout a cat’s life. If you’re obtaining your kitten from a breeder, ask if the kittens can stay longer to
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One day, out of the blue, or so it seems, your cat pulls up her nose at the food bowl, meows at you and then walks away. She’s clearly not interested in the food she normally eats. There might be a number of reasons for the sudden change in behaviour. It can be a health
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You’ll never forget the first time you met your dog. Those doe eyes. That wagging tail. You wanted to pick him up and take him home right then and there. You love your dog more than anything, but there’s something holding you back from truly enjoying your time spent together. Maybe he barks in the
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Did you know that according to the World Health Organisation about six million people globally die from smoking-related diseases every year? Included in this figure are the 44,000 South Africans who die annually as a result of smoking. Smokers are at risk for a number of serious diseases including heart disease, various lung diseases, chronic
Cats can leave your house in utter disarray, by scratching your furniture or turning your living space into a cursed smell from hell. But you as a cat owner can change your living space to smell like a fresh haven. These easy steps will leave your guests wondering if you still have a feline in
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Aquariums containing live plants and animals can be incredibly beautiful and many people find great joy in watching and caring for their tanks. Although tempting, one should never simply walk into a pet store, pick a couple of pretty fish and a small glass tank, and expect the story to end well. Setting up a
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There are so many parasites out there we need to look out for that we sometimes get lost in which parasite does what, and how to treat against it. This guide will make it easy for you to identify the parasite, its symptoms and treat the problem. Ticks Fleas Mange Worms Spirocerca lupi Contraction
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Hearts melt at the sight of a kitten. But that adorable bundle of fluff you’re bringing home is going to need looking after for her whole life. And because cats can have nine lives, that’s a long time! Giving your kitten a good start in life is the best way to make sure you’ll both
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