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Aquarium mistakes that stress fish and how to avoid them
“All too often, aquatic pets such as fish are considered ‘simple’ or even ‘disposable’. In reality, keeping them successfully and ethically is...
Mandela Day 2026: Four ways to make a difference for animals in Cape Town
Nelson Mandela once said, “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have...
10 fascinating frog facts that will make you see these amphibians differently
Think frogs are just green, slimy and noisy? Think again. Frogs have been around for more than 200 million years, surviving long before...
Rescued canal dog Moonlight finds her forever home
More than a year after her dramatic rescue from the Liesbeek River canal, Moonlight has found the happy ending everyone hoped for. The...
New cat checklist: Everything you need before bringing your cat home
Congratulations, you’re about to be owned by a cat. Whether you’re welcoming an energetic eight-week-old kitten or an older cat with years of...
TEARS Animal Rescue urgently seeks homes for more than 100 dogs this winter
Cape Town’s winter may have delivered less rain than expected, but TEARS Animal Rescue is facing a different kind of overflow. The shelter...
Marine Protected Areas Day 2026 receives United Nations endorsement
Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Day has reached a major milestone after receiving official endorsement from the United Nations Ocean Decade, placing the South...
Dog vomiting: When to monitor at home and when to see a vet immediately
Every dog owner has experienced it. Your dog suddenly vomits, then looks at you as if nothing happened and heads straight for the...
The three best birds for first-time owners
You want a bird, but you don’t want a bird that screams at 6am, bites your kids or lives for 80 years and...
The best dog-friendly walking trails in and around KZN
By Charis Torrance We all need that walk that actually lowers the blood pressure – for you and your dog. Not a hot...
