Every blood donor is a hero – even our beloved pets. Just as human blood banks play a critical role in our healthcare, animal blood banks can mean the difference between life and death for our furry friends. While it’s unimaginable for animal lovers, traumatic injuries do happen, whether from a car accident, an attack […]
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Spring has sprung, and it is time to get the garden back to a luscious green place to relax, bond with nature and spend time with your family and pets. Here are six tips to help you achieve that goal. 1. Plan your garden Before you rush out to the closest nursery to buy
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As pet owners, we are fully aware that ticks, fleas and worms are bad for our pets. Not only are they irritating, but they can also cause health problems – for us and for our pets. Here is a rundown of what could happen if we don’t treat our pets against these nasty parasites.
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Taking your dog with you on holiday sounds like fun. You won’t have to feel guilty or worry about him being ‘alone’ at home with the pet sitter or at a kennel. Music is a great way to help keep your dog calm and, at the same time, get you in the holiday mood. Here
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Q: What are the chances that my dog will contract kennel cough at a kennel if he has been vaccinated against it? A: Kennel cough is a highly contagious upper respiratory tract infection seen in dogs of all ages. It is caused by canine adenovirus type 2, parainfluenza virus, canine respiratory coronavirus or Bordetella bronchiseptica
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One crucial aspect of going on holiday is making sure that your pets are taken care of while you’re away. Whether you’re getting a pet sitter or making use of a kennel or boarding facility, there are a couple of things that you need to plan for in each instance. Pet-friendly accommodation Taking your pet
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Do you find yourself poring over your latest bank statement, trying to decide between new school shoes for your child or petrol for your car? This situation is becoming all too common, not only in South Africa but all over the world. Daily life is getting expensive, and the cost of living keeps rising. Necessities
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Q: Do dogs eventually recognise themselves in the mirror? A: Once the initial novelty has worn off, puppies and dogs tend to lose interest in their reflection. A human recognising themselves in a mirror requires self-awareness. This is a learnt behaviour. Babies between 18 and 24 months begin to understand they are looking at themselves.
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In this article, we take a look at radiology and imaging, cardiology and rehabilitation, and physical therapy and what takes place there. Understanding what happens in the different sectors of the hospital makes them a little less scary. Radiology and imaging Diagnostic imaging encompasses a number of different imaging modalities, including radiography, diagnostic ultrasound,
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Spring is famous for planting new plants in the garden and getting it ready for summer. And while you’re at it, why not plant some herbs for household use, many of which are also good for our pets? Animaltalk spoke to Ruan Bosman, owner of Brakpan Garden and Pet Centre, for some tips on what
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The love and need of having an animal companion sometimes goes much further than the realisation that financial constraints can be a huge stumbling block. Often, pet owners in the communities don’t realise what their responsibilities towards their pets are, or they simply don’t know how to take proper care of their animals. Education
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