Banting, Weigh-Less or low fat food? (Part 2 of 4)
How to keep your pet’s weight in check
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Banting, Weigh-Less or low fat food? (Part 1 of 4)
How to keep your pet’s weight in check
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Q&A: How do I keep my pet calm from loud storms and fireworks?
Q. The holiday season sees an increase in storms and the use of fireworks. How do I keep my pet calm? A. Startling at loud noises is a normal survival mechanism for animals, because loud noises are often associated with danger. In most cases, when an animal is exposed repeatedly to a noise without anything ‘bad’
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Q&A: Why does my dog lick one spot enough to make it bald?
Q. Why does my dog lick one spot enough to make it bald?
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Germs and Parasites
Your dog licks your face to show his love and affection for you. But make sure you exercise caution to stop the spread of infectious diseases
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Never buy a pet on impulse
Far too many people live with the sad consequences of obtaining a pet on impulse. This can range from having to surrender or re-home the pet due to circumstances, to spending thousands of rands on veterinary bills or even the tragic death of the animal. The National Council of SPCAs urges anyone wishing to adopt
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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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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: My cross breed dog’s eyes are constantly watering. What could be the problem?
Q. My cross breed dog’s eyes are constantly watering. What could be the problem?
A. Epiphora is the scientific name for this common condition of watery eyes and may have many causes.
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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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Q&A: What can we do to discourage excessive barking?
Q. Meeko, one of our three Dachshunds, always barks at our domestic worker who has been with us for five years. What can we do to discourage this excessive barking? Is there something we can do to make him more comfortable around her?
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