A new addition to the prestigious Animaltalk Top Dog Awards this year was an agility category, sponsored by Bravecto South Africa. These super-quick canine achievers were recognised in three categories: small, medium and large. Third place: Small A true rag to riches tale – Brandi owned by Sam Wainwright. This little crossbreed was rescued on
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I reached the end of my puppy classes at McKaynine Training Centre – our last class was graduation!! We first got together and they told us what classes we can go on to do once we graduate. I was cuddling with Dad and keeping the instructor’s file warm while listening. On graduation day all the pups and their moms
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South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind would like to announce the introduction of a new logo. The previous logo depicted a Guide Dog and Guide Dog owner walking in profile along with their registered name, South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind. This much-loved logo did not represent all of the services that they
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I had another playdate with Quota and this time sister Emily and another friend, Bourbon, joined us. From left is me, Bourbon, Quota and Emily Look at my face! I’m gonna catch you! Next time I will tell you about how I graduated puppy class!
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So Anja is not so bad – she’s tried to play with me a few times! She’s got really big teeth – you’ll see them in the photos – but luckily she doesn’t bite me with them. They can look rather vicious don’t you think? Anja has a shell that dad fills with water
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South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind had a Festival at their centre in Paulshof – there were all kinds of stalls and loads of people, arena entertainment, fun competitions and food (for the humans). Guide Dog puppies-in-training were all invited, so mom took me there for the afternoon. I had loads of fun.
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The Animaltalk TOP DOG Awards, honouring excellence and dedication in canine achievements for the past 20 years, celebrated its coming of age with the 21st award ceremony held on 21 March 2016. The Animaltalk Top Dog 100 Ratings are hugely popular with dog show enthusiasts, and the coveted title of Top Dog is highly sought
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We love to show our pets we love them, but did you know some animals might not enjoy the way in which we show affection? These are a few alternatives. Ways to show affection to pets Wendy Wilson, a lecturer and tutor for the COAPE Diploma in South Africa, provides some additional ways to show
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When Dawn Barnard, chairperson of the Irish Wolfhound Club of Gauteng’s bitch, Morgalen Revenge of Brenak (Reve), went into labour late last year, there was an extra little surprise in store. Actually, make that two little surprises… “I was present during the birth, and when I saw Dr De Cramer holding up two puppies and
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Pets are members of the family and they are travelling with us more than ever, whether for the traditional trip to the park, holidays or extravagant excursions to the grooming parlour. Safety first There are laws to protect us from people who text, apply make-up, or talk on their cellphones while driving. Passengers should also
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We often feel helpless when we see an animal in unpleasant circumstances. Following the correct route of action is essential in helping the animal! The SPCA and Animal Anti Cruelty League share this valuable advice: Keep the number of an SPCA and an Animal Anti Cruelty League (AACL) with you at all times. Report
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