Blepharitis is a term that refers to inflammation of the eyelid. The outermost layer of the eyelid is made up of skin and hair follicles; the middle layer is made up of connective tissue, muscles and glands. These glands produce an oily secretion that helps to lubricate the eyes. Blepharitis can affect one or both
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Q: Do dogs also 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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The past two years have brought about many changes in our lives. Some changes were bound to happen at some point, but were fast-tracked when the hard lockdown occurred all over the world. One of the industries that has seen new trends coming to light, is the pet food industry. In this article, Animaltalk takes
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Q: Puppies sleep a lot. Why do they need to take a nap so often? A: Just like human babies need sleep, so do puppies. Puppies need about 18 to 19 hours of sleep in a 24-hour period – the younger they are the more sleep they need. Puppies grow and develop physically very quickly.
You really want a pet and think that a cat is an obvious choice, because they are generally independent and just do their own thing. But this is not true. Although a cat can be independent, she still needs your love, attention and to be taken care of by you, her owner. This is part
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Many pet owners wonder how much they’re supposed to feed their pets. Keep in mind that there are guidelines on the packaging of the food to guide or suggest how much to feed him. Follow the recommended daily allowance printed on the pet food bag or tin and if you’re not sure, discuss the daily
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Q: Our white Labrador suffers from sunburn on his nose. The problem is, the moment we apply sunscreen, he licks the area until there is most probably nothing left. What should we do? A: This is a big problem in all white animals. The best would be to keep him out of the sun for
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There are various ways to find the right diet for your dog. You can choose a brand of food based on: Your dog’s age – foods that are nutritionally balanced for dogs of a certain age. Your dog’s size – the size of the breed – mini, small, medium, large or giant breeds. Your dog’s
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Q: My 15-year-old dog weighs 10kg and is constantly hungry. Should I feed him bit by bit every 30 minutes or so, or should I set out scheduled feeding times? A: If your dog is losing weight or has a poor body condition score due to weight loss and is still always hungry, he could
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Just like a human child develops from a tiny newborn to a toddler, school-going child and later a teenager, so your furchild undergoes some important developmental changes that take him from rambunctious puppy to senior dog. The first two stages of puppyhood take place in the breeder’s home. You will likely pick up your puppy
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Q: Why do dogs chase their tails? A: Tail chasing is a complex behaviour that can have various environmental, physiological, genetic and psychological causes. Some dogs may do it when excited or confined, or they may have been heavily reinforced for the behaviour by human attention. Largely, however, it is a behaviour to be concerned
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Q: Do I have to brush my dog’s teeth? Can’t I just give him oral treats? A: Yes, you have to brush your dog’s teeth! Home dental care is one of the best ways to help keep your dog’s teeth and gums healthy. Start as early as possible in your furry friend’s life, so that
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