How to toilet train your feathered companion
Potty train your bird to prevent having blotches of bird poop on your clothes
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Is the chinchilla right for me? (part 2)
Chinchillas need interactive play time with their people for at least an hour a day
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Are our vets earning enough?
From 24 to 27 July, the South African Veterinary Association (SAVA) and the South African Society for Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine (SASVEPM) held a congress at Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre, Boksburg.
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Nine harmful snacks not to feed your cat
Treats made for human consumption often contain substances that are not good for cats
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Q & A: Do hamsters get fleas?
Q. Do hamsters get fleas? My hamster is constantly scratching, but I’m not sure if it’s fleas or an allergy, but if it is fleas, can I use a dog or cat product on my hamster?
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Q & A: Are white cats prone to skin cancer and is it treatable?
Q. My white cat has small sores on the tips of her ears and on the pink skin of her nose. Someone suggested it could be skin cancer.
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Q & A: Can dogs get diabetes and does it compare to diabetes in people?
Q. Can dogs get diabetes and does it compare to diabetes in people? How is diabetes in animals treated and what is the prognosis?
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A to Z on pet care (Part 3 of 3)
Do you have what it takes to be a responsible pet owner? Caring for an animal requires a firm commitment to the animal’s health and welfare throughout his life
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Is the Chinchilla right for me? (Part 1)
South American chinchillas are kept as pets all over the world. Chinchillas are crepuscular rodents and sleep for most of the day, being active from the twilight hours into the night. Chinchillas are suitable pets for working adults, students and high school learners.
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A to Z on pet care (Part 2 of 3)
Do you have what it takes to be a responsible pet owner? Caring for an animal requires a firm commitment to the animal’s health and welfare throughout his life
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Q & A: What causes laminitis in ponies and how can it be prevented and treated?
Q. What causes laminitis in ponies and how can it be prevented and treated?
Laminitis is one of the most painful, crippling diseases of horses, ponies and donkeys.
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A to Z on pet care (Part 1 of 3)
Do you have what it takes to be a responsible pet owner? Caring for an animal requires a firm commitment to the animal’s health and welfare throughout his life
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