Month: June 2026
Winter arthritis: How to help pets stay comfortable during the colder months
By Sr Chené Van Heereen (BVetNurs) at Valley Farm Animal Hospital Why does it seem that our older cats and dogs struggle more...
Should Rabbits Live Indoors or Outdoors? FOUR PAWS Weighs In
When it comes to keeping rabbits at home, the conversation is more complex than many people realise. According to Fiona Miles, Director of...
Mdzananda Launches Campaign to Sterilise 1 000 Pets in Khayelitsha
The Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter in Khayelitsha has launched a major sterilisation campaign aimed at reducing the number of unwanted puppies and...
The Real Power of Pet Grooming: Why It’s About More Than Looking Good
By Dr Carra Walter, owner of Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital, KwaZulu-Natal Regular grooming does far more than keep pets looking clean and tidy. According...
How Trevor Samson Is Preserving the Bond Between Pets and Their People
For Cape Town photographer Trevor Samson, photography and animals have always gone hand in hand. “I grew up always having animals around from...
June Is Adopt a Cat Month and TEARS Has the Perfect Feline Match Waiting
June is Adopt a Cat Month, making it the perfect time to open your home to a feline companion. If you’ve been considering...
Keep the heart of your home healthy with ultimate canine nutrition
Our cats and dogs are far more than ‘just pets’, they are beloved and integral members of our family. Greeting us with wagging...
Take Your Dog to Work Day: How to Make It a Positive Experience for Your Pet
As South Africans prepare to celebrate Take Your Dog to Work Day on 26 June 2026, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS is...
Winter Fishkeeping: How to Keep Your Fish Healthy During the Cold Months
By Taariq Logday As a certified aquarist and store owner, I am repeatedly asked the same seasonal questions around common winter fishkeeping issues....
TEARS Launches New WhatsApp Vet Shop for Cape Town Pet Owners
TEARS Animal Rescue has officially launched its new WhatsApp Vet Shop, giving pet owners across Cape Town an easy way to shop for...
