pet care
5 Things You Need to Do Before Bringing a New Pet Home
Congratulations, you are getting a new best friend. You have bought the food, prepared the bed and perhaps even found a little Springbok...
Why Your Dog Steals and Hides Household Items
Do you keep finding missing socks, toys or remote controls in your dog’s bed or buried in the garden? Your dog is not...
Why do cats purr? The science behind the sound
A cat’s purr often signals comfort, but cats also purr when frightened, injured, giving birth or receiving veterinary care. This means the sound...
How to read a cat food label and choose the right diet
Cats are obligate carnivores with specific nutritional needs. They are not small dogs and should not follow vegan or vegetarian diets. Choosing cat...
Best pet-friendly flooring for homes with dogs and cats
Homes with pets place flooring under daily pressure. There are dogs racing through the lounge, wet coats after a swim, cats sprinting down...
Mdzananda sterilises 497 dogs in six weeks during Khayelitsha campaign
Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter has sterilised 497 dogs in six weeks as it works towards its target of 1,000 sterilisations. The mass...
10 facts about German Shepherds you probably didn’t know
German Shepherds are widely recognised as police dogs, film stars and loyal protectors. Behind their distinctive pointed ears, they are also sensitive, playful...
Cat-proof your home before bringing your new kitten home
Bringing home a new kitten is exciting, but before your furry friend arrives, it’s worth making sure your home is safe for their...
7 surprising facts about catnip every cat owner should know
Most cat owners have witnessed the magic of catnip. One minute your cat is calmly watching the world go by and the next...
How to choose healthy aquarium fish: What to look for before you buy
Buying fish for your aquarium is exciting, but choosing the healthiest ones is far more important than picking the brightest colours. In a...
