Health and Wellness

Pets’ Health in the Tech Age We are all aware that technology for smart personal products – to wear and for our homes – is growing rapidly, world-wide. This technology is not just for humans though! The global market for pet tech products is rising, according to several research reports, showing that the demand for […]

Pools, Pooches and Purries! Summer has arrived and there’s nothing more refreshing when you want to cool off than diving into a sparkling swimming pool. Many pets love to swim too, but not all of them. Most dogs, and even some cats believe it or not, enjoy a cooling dip when temperatures soar. However, as […]

Doggie Yoga: Doga! Yoga, the “healing art” is becoming increasingly popular as people are realizing its mental and physical benefits. It has, in fact, been practiced for over 5,000 years. Yoga is considered to be a “mind-body” exercise. It benefits and strengthens muscles, circulation, bones, joints and the respiratory system. It has also been found […]

Allergies: Pooches and Purries As Spring approaches, here in sunny South Africa, we are emerging from a chilly winter and are looking forward to warmer weather, blossoming plants and outdoor living once again. However, pet owners may also be bracing themselves for allergy season, which usually occurs as seasons change, and which can affect our […]

Furry Friends and Tiny Tots Many of us have happy memories of our childhoods, when we were often accompanied by a furry friend. If we look back on family photographs and videos, pets feature so often, as they played a big part in so many of our joyful memories. We remember Jackson, the Lab/Ridgeback cross, […]

Why Should I Vaccinate My Pet? Vaccines are used as preventative measures which allow your pets to develop levels of immunity against certain dangerous diseases. In order to protect your animals against some serious bacterial and viral illnesses, inoculations are essential. Without these vaccinations, your pets are unprotected. Vaccinations protect your furry friends against certain […]

Worms: Effects on Pets and People Why should I bother to pick up my dog’s poop? Responsible pet owners pick up their dog’s poop from their own gardens and during walks. This helps to protect other pets and people too. Did you know that your dog, other dogs and human beings can be harmed, sometimes […]

A WINTER’S TAIL Our winters are fairly mild, in comparison to parts of the USA and UK for example, but in some areas, it can reach freezing temperatures, especially at night. The Western Cape, for instance, is both cold and wet in winter. You feel the cold but, thanks to furry coats, our cats and […]

Spaying and Neutering: The Myths and the Truth Most owners of puppies and kittens are faced with the decision as to whether they should have their baby spayed or neutered. Spaying is when a female’s uterus and ovaries are removed and neutering is when a male’s testicles are removed. The Benefits Most veterinarians and experts […]