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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Is your pet due for his annual vet check? Here is a list of the eight things that your vet should look out for during a routine health examination. 1. You will be asked questions about your dog. So, it’s a good idea to keep notes about him, especially if you have any questions, or
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Animals are much more resilient than what we may think. They also think totally differently to humans – they live in the moment and don’t overthink a situation. Animals would much rather be pain-free than to suffer daily with all their limbs intact. Many pet owners who have had to have their pet’s leg amputated,
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Do you also wonder if you can give your cats and dogs extra treats on special days? And if there is anything healthy with low kilojoules that I can give them? Humans like to have a treat (whether it be chocolate, sweets or a cookie) now and again and this usually will not cause weight
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Carbohydrates are a critical component of an animal’s diet. These are used by the body as energy sources and are mainly found in grains and starchy vegetables, such as potatoes. There are many opinions about whether dogs are carnivores and should be fed just meat, or if they are omnivores. Without weighing in on this
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A friend of our’s vet diagnosed their dog with a compulsive behavioural disorder for chasing his tail non-stop. The questions is: Why do dogs develop this disorder? Animals only continue to perform a behaviour over and over if it makes them feel good. We humans do exactly the same thing. If you do something and
It is amazing to see how many people drive with pets in their car who are not safe. Dogs on the back of a bakkie, or dogs on the laps of their drivers – this is not safe. Just like it is unsafe to drive with a baby in the front seat, it is unsafe
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Organising a puppy playdate can be so much fun! But there are a few things that you have to keep in mind if you want the playdate to be successful. Keep these in mind: All the puppies need to be under 16 weeks old. The size of the puppy doesn’t matter as much as the
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Q: Why don’t dogs struggle with hairballs? A: Cats spend much time grooming themselves, which predisposes them to getting hairballs. Dogs don’t groom as excessively as cats do, and therefore they don’t ingest as much hair. We have diagnosed hairballs in some dogs with severe flea infestations, which cause severe itching and triggering the dogs
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Wouldn’t it be great if we could have as many pets as we want? That would be great for most of us. The number of pets you have is ultimately a personal choice. But there are three main considerations before you get another pet. Are there any bylaw restrictions in your area or in the
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A young dog who often whines to get attention, is a delicate situation, because it’s important that your dog knows he can always communicate with you when he needs to. But you also don’t necessarily want a dog who whines at you constantly! Try and find out why he wants your attention – is it
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Why does my dog follow me into the bathroom? Your dog obviously doesn’t care where you go, as long as he can be with you. This means that he trusts and adores you. And dogs don’t care that you’re doing your private business in their presence. Since they are pack animals by nature, dogs don’t
