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Three vet hospital sections and why they are important

In this article, we take a look at radiology and imaging, cardiology and rehabilitation, and physical therapy and what takes place there. Understanding what happens in the different sectors of the hospital makes them a little less scary.   Radiology and imaging Diagnostic imaging encompasses a number of different imaging modalities, including radiography, diagnostic ultrasound,

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Herbs for your pets

Spring is famous for planting new plants in the garden and getting it ready for summer. And while you’re at it, why not plant some herbs for household use, many of which are also good for our pets? Animaltalk spoke to Ruan Bosman, owner of Brakpan Garden and Pet Centre, for some tips on what

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Crazy Critters of the week

Crazy Critters is a way for you to brag with your furbaby. Show the world how cute your pet is. All you have to do is to submit adorable images of your pet by sending an email to animaltalk@panorama.co.za with your  and your pet’s name for a chance to feature on a Friday. Here are

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Society for Animals in Distress assisting with the welfare of animals

The love and need of having an animal companion sometimes goes much further than the realisation that financial constraints can be a huge stumbling block. Often, pet owners in the communities don’t realise what their responsibilities towards their pets are, or they simply don’t know how to take proper care of their animals.   Education

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Q & A: What’s that smell?

Q: Why do my cats sniff each other’s bums? A: Cats have an incredibly well-developed sense of smell (about 14 times more sensitive than humans) and they have five sets of glands, which are involved in territorial marking. One of these pairs of glands is along the base of the tail, and the odour emitted

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Take your dog on a sniffari

Dogs love to smell and what better way to stimulate their olfactory senses than going on a sniffing safari or ‘sniffari’? Your dog will love you for it. A sniffari is normally done outside on a long walk in a relatively safe area. Here’s how you can start his experience.   In the garden To

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Get your dog camping-ready

Taking your dog with you on a camping trip is so exciting. You will have him with you all the time, and you can build a strong bond with him. And he will be happy because he is with the people he loves. Here are a few things that you need to do before the

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Q & A: Cat’s purrdicure

Q: Should I clip my cat’s nails? A: In general, it is not necessary to clip a cat’s nails. Outdoor cats use their nails to climb, while indoor cats can be provided with a nice, long scratching post to help them maintain their nails. In some cases, when a cat is very old or perhaps

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9 tips for easier pet teaching

Teaching our dogs to do something on cue is so rewarding, especially when they get it right. But, before you start, there are a few things that you, as the owner, should know and understand. Don’t expect your dog to immediately understand what you want from him. You need to stay patient and first teach

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