Q: Why should I teach my dog to sit? A: Teaching your dog to sit may seem very basic, but a ‘sit’ is actually one of the most important things for your dog to learn. Teaching your dog to sit on cue is very simple and is a good exercise to do to prevent other
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We’re almost at the end of the year, and it’s time to plan for the year-end celebrations! And what better way than with food? We know that you also want to include your dog in your celebrations, so here are a few recipes to try out. For starters – Bear’s blueberry flapjack recipe This
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Rose-ringed parakeets are highly intelligent birds who make ideal pets. They are also social birds in that they don’t only bond with one person. They do require daily human interaction and toys that will stimulate them mentally, like solving puzzles in exchange for a treat. Many years ago, the people of India kept these birds
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There could be a myriad of reasons why you feel your dog needs medication to alter his behaviour. In some cases, dogs may need something to calm them down, but medication is not always the ideal solution. Often, a dog and his owner just need therapy. This article discusses the two options, and the type
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Q: At the vet the other day, my nine-year-old dog snapped at a puppy who sniffed him in his face. He didn’t bite the puppy though. Is this normal behaviour? Why did he do it? A: Let’s look at this situation from your dog’s point of view, bearing in mind that a series of events,
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Whether you should clean your dog’s ears regularly depends on your dog and his ear shape. Dogs with longer ears might need more cleaning, but for all dogs, it is important that you regularly check their ears, as dogs can develop an ear infection. 1. Frequency Before you grab the ear-cleaning solution, check if
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As we get to the end of another hectic year, it is time to relax a bit. And what better way than to relax and play with your pets? It doesn’t matter what kind of pet you have – he needs your attention and will appreciate spending quality time with you. Here are a few
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We know you can’t wait for this week’s edition of Crazy Critters. So, here they are! Remember, your pet can also feature in the weekly online Crazy Critters – simply email your pet’s image, his name and your name to animaltalk@panorama.co.za.
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Hamsters are easy to keep and make good first-time pets for small children. With the correct care, loads of attention and all the necessities, your hamster will prosper and be healthy. Although he is a small and fragile animal, and appreciates your company and interaction, be careful with your hamster and always handle him very
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Q: My cat can’t wait for us in the mornings to get up. Although her food, water and litterbox are in our room, she wants out. We keep the bedroom door closed so she won’t bother the children (she wants to play with them), or our dogs, who sleep in the kitchen. How can we
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Ever considered trying rally dog with your dog, starting at home? Grab some treats or a toy, and let’s get started! Rally dog is a spin-off from the sport of dog obedience. Many of the foundations in obedience are necessary in rally dog too. To successfully execute rally dog signs, your dog needs to follow
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