Sea sponges might look simple, but they’re some of the most surprising animals in the ocean. Here are ten fascinating facts that prove sponges are anything but boring. 1. They’re animals – not plants. Even though they don’t move around, sea sponges are animals. They don’t photosynthesise and must get food from their environment. 2. They’ve been around forever. Sponges are among the […]
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Cheetahs are often associated only with speed, but their adaptations, behaviours and survival challenges reveal a species far more complex, and far more vulnerable, than most people realise. To celebrate these icons of the African savanna, here are 10 incredible facts that showcase just how unique cheetahs truly are. 1. They have built-in sunglasses Those
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Your pet can also feature in Crazy Critters. So show off your lovely pet to the world. All you have to do is to email an image or two to animaltalk@panorama.co.za with your pet’s name and your name.
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Shake off the winter woes and get ready for the warmer months ahead! We’ve made it through winter, and now warmer days await us. But are you and your pet family ready for what summer brings? From crazy mozzies that go ‘zzz’ at night to adventures in the sun and everything in between – all
Your pet can also feature in Crazy Critters. So show off your lovely pet to the world. All you have to do is to email an image or two to animaltalk@panorama.co.za with your pet’s name and your name.
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Veterinarians dedicate their lives to caring for our animals, but their jobs can be challenging. From diagnosing complex conditions to handling stressed or aggressive pets, those in vet jobs face emotional and physical demands on a daily basis. As a pet owner, you can play a significant role in making your vet’s job easier while
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Most cats will spend many hours grooming themselves – but with so much grooming going on, is it still necessary for you to groom your cat? Actually, yes. Especially if you have a longhair cat. That doesn’t mean that shorthair cats don’t need grooming; they may just need less grooming. By grooming your cat, you
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Q: How can I determine what scares my 13-week-old puppy when I walk towards him? I’ve never hurt him in any way or even scolded him. A: It’s unusual for a 13-week-old puppy to be showing fear when approached, especially if there appears to be no apparent reason. Without having more information, such as if
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Are you contemplating whether you should bring a new doggy into your life, or do you need to convince someone that you need a dog? Here are some valid reasons why owning a dog will bring you lots of happiness. But do keep in mind that dogs are not toys that you can play with
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Humans and animals share a special and close bond, especially when it comes to our beloved pets and our livestock. But think twice before giving your parakeet an affectionate peck on the beak, letting your dog lick your face or cuddling up with your new kitten until your pet has received a clean bill of
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Fetch, fetch, fetch… Dear Patches Who needs to watch TV when you can just sit on the windowsill and watch your neighbours and their dogs? I swear that if I made a movie of them, it would be a blockbuster! But what I don’t understand is this: why do dogs continue to fall for the
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