Many pets LOVE a full house. Dogs who’ve been socialised around other dogs, busy kids and lots of activity can usually handle the lively buzz of the holidays. But quieter, more sensitive dogs, and especially cats, may have a harder time coping with extra humans in their space and all the additional activity that comes …
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It’s the long-awaited holiday season and everyone deserves to celebrate this year. But just because you’re toasting the year with food, dessert and good cheer, doesn’t mean you should over-indulge your furry friends. Take special care to not overfeed your pets – here’s why.
Dogs go through different life stages with different nutritional requirements. Let’s take a look at why your puppy has specific feeding requirements compared to adult dogs, and why senior dogs’ diets are different still. This information will help you to choose the perfect food for your furry friend.
Toys are crucial to keep your dog’s attention focused and to keep his mind and body stimulated. Toys also create something for you and your dog to bond over. But does your dog have the right toys? Here’s a handy guide to ensure you choose the most appropriate toys for your dog’s needs and temperament.
There are many tick and flea preventative treatments on the market to ensure our beloved furry friends don’t get sick from parasite-borne diseases. But which is better, oral or topical: a chewable tablet or a spot-on treatment? We’ve got the answer.
Winter can be tough for our senior pets, but fortunately there’s a lot you can do to keep your older dog warm and comfortable on the outside and from within. How many items on this checklist can you complete?
NexGard Spectra is a broad-spectrum tick, flea and worm preventative treatment. It’s tasty for your dog and easy for you, and it embodies the role of modern pet care in our busy lives. Here’s why:
South Africans are already a week into the national lockdown and are trying to adapt to ‘a new normal’. We’ve got strange new routines and are working hard to keep ourselves busy and our minds occupied while keeping our communities safe. But what do we do if our pets get sick or injured during lockdown? Take a deep breath and read this:
Have your pet’s activity levels declined since the start of the national lockdown? Have you noticed little Lucy’s tummy getting somewhat rotund, or has she become restless and bored and busy as a result? It begs the question: does your pet’s diet need to change because of less activity?
Now that you’re housebound with your pets, you’re likely to observe their daily behaviour more closely. They may be acting differently because you’re around more; picking up on anxieties in the house; or there may be something wrong… Have you noticed any of these strange behaviours in your pets?
