Dogs
How Dancers Love Dogs raised R9 million for animal welfare
What started with the rescue of a severely emaciated puppy has grown into one of South Africa’s most impactful animal welfare fundraising initiatives....
From Drain Rescue to Forever Home: Ponzo’s Incredible Journey
By Shannon-Lee Beukes, adoptions manager at Animal Welfare Society of South Africa Five years ago, when I started working at the Animal Welfare...
Raw Meat Diet for Dogs: Is It Healthier or Just Another Pet Food Trend?
As more South Africans embrace natural, organic and minimally processed foods, many are extending the same philosophy to their pets. One trend gaining...
FOUR PAWS launches 67 Kennels of Hope campaign for Mandela Day
As Mandela Day approaches on 18 July, FOUR PAWS South Africa is calling on South Africans to help improve the lives of dogs...
Why “Beware of the Dog” signs won’t protect you legally
“Beware of the Dog” signs appear on gates and walls across South Africa, often giving homeowners a sense of protection if something goes...
How scent work boosts your dog’s mind and wellbeing
Dogs experience the world through scent. While humans rely on sight, your dog’s primary sense is smell. Their noses are far more sensitive,...
38 Pet Food Products Recalled in South Africa
Venecia Valentine A nationwide pet food recall has been launched after batches of condemned dry pet food were stolen from a waste management...
Rescue dog Tyson finds new home after loss in Cape Town
By Venecia Valentine Tyson’s world changed the day his beloved owner passed away. For years, he lived the life many dogs long for....
The Pet Parent Playbook: 10 Expert Tips for Dog and Cat Wellbeing
If your dog could talk, it wouldn’t just ask for more walks or tastier food. It would ask you to look deeper into...
