Month: January 2026

A Pretoria High Court ruling highlights how South African law treats pets as property in divorce disputes, not as family members.
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But who keeps our pets?

By Shani van Niekerk, Head of Family Law, CPL Department, Adams & Adams In a deeply emotional dispute that stretched close to two...

Discover why ostrich is an ideal novel protein for dogs with food sensitivities, plus feeding tips and a simple frozen dog treat recipe.
Nutrition & Treats

Going Big Bird: Why Your Dog Will Love Ostrich

By Nikki Kim South Africa produces around 80 percent of the world’s ostrich meat, a position held since the 1860s. This locally sourced...

A clear guide to natural dog chews, including pizzle sticks, tendons and fish skins, with tips on choosing the right chew for your dog.
Nutrition & Treats

Which chews to choose?

By Nikki Kim Dogs chew for a reason. Chewing supports jaw strength, dental health, stress relief and mental stimulation. When the right chew...

Discover dog-friendly holiday accommodation across South Africa, from beach escapes to Karoo retreats, perfect for travelling with pets.
Pet TravelFeatured

Holiday accommodation that will get tails wagging

Pet-friendly travel is no longer a niche. More South African travellers are choosing holidays that include their dogs, and searches for dog-friendly accommodation...

Dion Chang explores modern pet parenting, pet travel, emotional bonds and pet loss in his new book A Pawfect Life.
Training & BehaviourFeatured

Dion Chang unpacks modern pet parenthood

If you have ever thrown your dog a birthday party, worried about your cat’s anxiety, or called yourself a “pet parent” without irony,...

Learn what pets really need for emotional and physical wellbeing, from routine and enrichment to gut health and calm leadership.
Pet HealthFeatured

If your pet could talk

If your dog or cat could speak, the message would go far beyond food bowls and walk times. Pets experience the world through...

Pet HealthFeatured

Why sterilising your pet really matters

Sterilisation rarely gets the spotlight in pet parenting, yet few decisions have a greater impact on your pet’s health and on animal welfare...

Thule Cappy is a crash-tested dog car harness designed for safe, comfortable travel. Built for active lifestyles and pet-friendly adventures.
Pet TravelFeatured

Pawsport Ready

Road trips feel better with your dog along for the ride. Windows down, ears flapping, tail wagging. For many pet owners, travelling without...

Thule Allax is a crash-tested car dog crate with an innovative crumple zone, premium design and smart accessories for safe dog travel.
Pet AccessoriesFeatured

The perfect choice for safe, comfortable car travel with your dog

Thule has entered the dog travel space with the launch of Thule Allax, a premium car dog crate designed to keep pets safe,...

Explore careers in animal welfare in South Africa and learn how professionals at the NSPCA protect animals through skilled, meaningful work.
NSPCA News

Careers That Count: Building a Future in Animal Welfare

Choosing a career goes beyond earning an income. You want work that reflects your values, uses your skills, and leaves a meaningful mark....