Q: It doesn’t matter what kind of toy I give my dog, he chews it until nothing is left, or his gums start bleeding, and I want to prevent this at all costs. What kind of toy can I give him to play with? A: This can be a real problem with strong chewers, as
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The entire world is struggling economically and most of us are also feeling the pinch. It’s a known fact that keeping companion animals healthy and happy costs money. You might have previously been able to afford a good lifestyle for your pets, but suddenly life happens, and you are now faced with a tight budget.
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Yes, we know, you would love to share healthy and yummy snacks with your dog – especially during the Festive Season. So, here are five recipes for fruity snacks that are healthy and easy to make. They are so yummy that you would want to share them with your dog. Go ahead – you can.
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As pet parents, we want to enjoy a long and happy life with our four-legged companions but, like us, they age and, with ageing, come ailments that need medical attention. To keep our pets healthy as they age means more than regular vet visits. A dog is considered ‘senior’ from the age of six to
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Q: Why does my dog bark when I’m on the phone? She doesn’t bark when I talk with her or to other people present. What can I do about it? A: There are many possible reasons why your dog may be doing this. Perhaps she wants your attention when you’re focused on a call; the
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There is so much joy in giving a loved one a special gift, especially when it is something that they really want. So, you might ask: if someone really wants a cat or a dog, why not give them a pet as a gift? Because it is a bad idea on so many levels. Here’s
8 reasons why you should never give a pet as a gift – ever! Read More »
Q: Until what age should my puppy attend behavioural and socialisation classes? A: The simple answer – there’s no age limit! There are multiple studies highlighting the importance of early socialisation. Puppies go through a sensitive period for socialisation that ends at around 12 weeks of age, so a lot of positive experiences need to
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As the year winds down, it’s time to get a bit less serious about life, money and work, and consider how much time we have devoted to our pets during the past year. Besides all the benefits that we as pet owners get from spending time with them (see the article ‘Building special bonds’ in
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For most people, needing to gain weight might seem like a ‘good’ problem to have. I would certainly think so. And you might think it would also be a ‘good’ problem for dogs to have, seeing that most tend to struggle with being overweight rather than underweight. Unfortunately, there are many dogs struggling with being
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Q: I’m currently pregnant and have a very jealous Yorkie. How would I introduce the new baby to my jealous dog? A: Preferably, dogs should be positively exposed to items, sounds and smells associated with babies long before the baby arrives, so that they are well prepared for the actual arrival. In the case of
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Do you have a dog who loves to chase the cat across the street, or a rabbit when out on a walk? Perhaps your dog is desperate to chase the horse being ridden down the road, and you struggle to control him. Hunting behaviour is, for many dogs, a very natural behaviour. For many breeds,
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