Congratulations on deciding to bring a furry friend into your life. Owning a pet can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with significant responsibilities. As a responsible pet owner, it’s crucial to ensure that you meet your pet’s needs and keep him healthy and happy. One of the most important aspects of responsible
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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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You have probably heard it many times that when you keep up with teaching your pet new things, you strengthen the bond between the two of you. Have you ever wondered why this happens? It makes perfect sense when you think about it for a while. Quality time Every minute that you spend teaching
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Being a responsible pet owner entails more than just giving your pet food, water and a safe space to live in. A responsible pet owner makes his cat, dog, bird, or whatever animal, a part of the family, spends time with him and makes sure that all his needs are met. Here are 10 habits
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Creating and maintaining a strong bond with a pet can be more beneficial to us than we realise. Looking into those puppy eyes or sitting with a kitty on our lap can bring instant calmness. For many people, having a pet is the most natural thing in the world. But what we don’t always realise
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New year’s resolutions are great – if we stick to them. We tend to make them on the spur of the moment but don’t always know how to make them a reality or how to keep working on them, especially with our lives being so busy. And before you know it, it’s the end of
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More and more people are starting to feel the financial pinch. With continuously rising costs, it can be difficult to sustain the quality lifestyle that our pets are used to. But that doesn’t mean we have to skimp on the quality of our pets’ nutrition. Dr Elizna Boag, veterinarian at Montego Pet Nutrition, answers a
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As the temperatures warm up slightly and spring is in the air, we want to spend more time outdoors in our gardens again. And our furry friends want to join us too. Before you open the doors to let everyone out, make sure that your garden is safe and secure by following our tips and
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Many people overlook the importance of including their furry companions in their estate planning. Without proper arrangements, pets could end up in unsuitable homes or shelters. In this article, we discuss why it’s crucial to plan for your pet’s future and the process of including them in your will. We spoke with Aislinn Volker at
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Winter might not be on your mind as yet, especially with most parts of South Africa that enjoy relatively warm days in winter. But there are areas where it gets really cold and might even see some snow. Especially in these colder regions, pet owners have to take particular care of their companion animals to
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Being a responsible pet owner entails more than just giving your pet food, water and a safe space to live in. A responsible pet owner makes his cat, dog, bird, or whatever animal, a part of the family, spends time with him and makes sure that all his needs are met. Here are 10 habits
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Every festive season, we read about and hear heart-breaking stories of pets being neglected, forgotten and forsaken. Let’s all work together to reduce the likelihood of it happening this year. Below are some tips from the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) for responsible pet ownership during the festive season. When leaving your pet at home
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