Did you know that 400g of extra weight on a cat is the same as an extra 10-15kg on an average woman that’s 1,70m tall? But what is a healthy weight for cats, and when is it time to worry? In most households, cats rule the roost and get what they want when they want…
We all know that no two dog breeds are alike. They’re all unique in personality, size, and of course, health. Although nothing is set in stone, some breeds tend to have a longer life span than others. Here’s a look at some of the canine lines that are considered healthy dog breeds. Healthy Dog Breeds…
Children love pets, and for a good reason! Animals big and small teach kids about a special kind of love. It’s estimated that four in 10kids start life in a household with domestic animals. And as many as 90% of all kids live with a pet at one stage or another during their childhood. But…
Although it might be easy to fall in love with a puppy or kitten, it’s not as easy to find a vet. On this page, we will be taking a closer look at how you can go about finding the right pet-care professional for your four-legged family member. How to find a vet that works…
When it comes to quick grooming for your pets (because who wants to work during the festive season!) there are a lot of shortcuts you can take when the groomer is away! Plus, it’s not something you have to do on your own! Grab your family and get busy as a unit while you keep…
We love our family pets, but they can be really messy at times. In this post, we’ll share some of our best tips and tricks to get rid of pet messes with the least amount of effort. How to tackle pet messes fast Dirty cages Hamsters, rabbits, and other small animals are notorious mess…
The mayoral committee (Mayco) of the City of Cape Town approved an updated animal-keeping policy in September 2021. The new policy includes updated pet ownership regulations. The new rules for pet owners were first introduced in a 2005 policy. The original policy relates to the principles of animal welfare. It also covers pet owner responsibilities,…
Did you know that light-skinned or white-coloured animals are particularly at risk of skin cancer? The areas on their skin that don’t have fur (ear tips, bridge of nose, lips, and tummies) of your dog are high-risk zones where sunburn can lead to cancer. Luckily, that’s where products like Petscreen SPF23 come in. With the…
Hands down, dogs are the best family pets. Kids and dogs go together like PB&J. But, the love for dogs that the human species has developed over the years can be blinding to parents. It can cause them to overlook the problematic relationship between kids and dogs. Here’s a look at the truth about kids…
Last week your kiddo told you all about how his best friend got a goldfish for a pet. And now, you’re pretty much in the same boat. You officially own a pet fish, or at least, you’re about to once the weekend comes around. But how do you get everything set up and ready to…