pet care
How to introduce a new cat to your resident dog: Step-by-step integration guide
So you’ve fallen in love with a cat – don’t worry, we’ve all been there. But Benji, your beloved poodle is already the...
Hitting the road with your furry best friend? Here’s what to pack and plan
Schools break up from 24 September to 4 October for the third term, and if, like us, you and your family, including the...
Fleas, ticks and worms: The parasite schedule every pet parent needs
Pet parents everywhere will be able to wax lyrical about the joys (read: frustration) of fleas, ticks and worms. Keeping on top of...
6 animal myths you probably still believe
You know them. You’ve probably repeated them, and you swear they’re true. But most of them? They just aren’t. Some have been passed...
Is your pet struggling with separation anxiety? Here’s how to help
I remember how, after lockdown was lifted, my neighbour’s dog would howl nonstop. I felt for the pup. He went from having his...
Pet shedding season is here: How to survive the spring fur explosion
It’s that time of year. Winter is receding, the days are getting longer and you can tell we’re heading into spring by the...
Is your pet constantly scratching? Here’s what their itch might be telling you
Licking paws, nonstop scratching, shaking their head. If you live with an itchy pet, you probably know the sound off by heart. Itching,...
Your pet isn’t being naughty. Here’s what their behaviour is telling you
Your cat scratches the brand-new couch. Your dog destroys your favourite slippers. Then there is the barking that seems to start for no...
How many treats should your pet have each day?
Next to a cuddle and a belly rub, a treat feels like one of the best ways to show your pet some love....
Your Pet’s ‘Guilty Look’ Is Fear, Not Guilt
“He knows he did something wrong. Look at that guilty face.” You might have said this after finding a chewed shoe, a puddle...
