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From UVB lighting to enclosure setup, here’s everything South Africans need to know before getting a bearded dragon.
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Everything you need to know before getting a bearded dragon in South Africa

By: The Reptile Expo Hardy, expressive and packed with personality, Bearded dragons have become one of South Africa’s most popular reptile pets....

New to fishkeeping? Avoid these 10 common mistakes and keep your aquarium healthy and stress-free.
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First-time fish owner? 10 mistakes to avoid for a healthy aquarium

Bringing home your first fish feels simple. The tank looks calm. The colours draw you in. The setup seems easy. But fish are...

What are bodega cats? Learn why New York’s shop cats are trending worldwide and what South Africans can learn from them.
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Bodega cats: the New York shop cats winning hearts worldwide

In the busy streets of New York City, where taxis move fast and shops stay open late, a quieter presence has become part...

Join a 5km dog-friendly charity run in Sea Point to support TEARS Animal Rescue this winter.
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Lace Up for a Cause: Sea Point Run Supports Stray Animals This Winter

As winter sets in, conditions become tougher for stray dogs and cats trying to survive on the streets. A community run in Sea...

Sadie lost her leg and was abandoned in Cape Town. Today, she runs free on a farm in Stillbaai after being adopted.
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Sadie: A rescue dog’s journey from abandonment to a new life

Sadie’s story begins with pain, but it does not stay there. When the young crossbreed arrived at the Animal Welfare Society of South...

Mdzananda Animal Clinic hosts its 30-year gala dinner at the Two Oceans Aquarium on 9 May 2026. Here’s how to attend.
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Mdzananda’s 30-Year Gala Dinner Set to Draw Cape Town Supporters

A milestone like this is not only about celebration. It is about recognising what has been built over time. Mdzananda Animal Clinic will...

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Why “itchy skin” is more than just a surface problem

We often think of itchy skin as something superficial, a quick fix with a cream or a change inweather. But increasingly, research is...

Italy allows paid leave for sick pets. Here’s how the policy works and why it matters for pet owners worldwide.
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Italy Now Gives Paid Leave to Care for Sick Pets

Italy has become the first country to formally recognise pets as family in the workplace, allowing employees to take paid leave to care...

Seven dogs in China escaped a truck and walked 17km home together. Read the viral story that touched millions.
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Seven Dogs Escape Truck Bound for Meat Trade and Walk 17km Home

Seven pet dogs in China have gone viral after escaping a truck reportedly bound for the illegal meat trade and walking 17 kilometres...

A Cape Town nurse rescues a puppy and finds an unexpected bond. Read Achmat and Gizmo’s heartwarming story.
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From Fear to Forever: Achmat and Gizmo’s Love Story

In Cape Town, where long hospital shifts meet mountain views, one unexpected moment changed everything for Achmat Mohamed. What started as a simple...