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2023-07-19
Halloween and your Pet
Halloween used to be an American tradition, but South Africans also joined in the fun. It can be the spookiest night of the year, but keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky. What follows are some precautions to keep your pet happy and...
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2023-07-19
Halloween and why sweets are not good for our pets
There are many reasons why Halloween and Pets don’t mix! Dealing with the Trick-or-Treaters and the noise is bad enough (see article on Phonophobia), but add to that the very real risk of your pet getting hold of the sweets and we have a recipe...
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2023-05-24
Gastrointestinal upsets in pets – when to self-medicate and when to go to your vet
An upset stomach is one of the most common reasons for pets, esp dogs, to visit their veterinarian. However, not all gastrointestinal problems in pets are alike. While many digestive issues appear similar, there are actually many different causes and underlying health conditions (which range...
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2022-09-02
What the Flea - Protection for your lifestyle
As vets we often get asked which parasite preventative we recommend. As with most products, the answer depends on your pet, your budget and your lifestyle. How long does the product provide protection for? 1. Tick and flea shampoo – it only kills the adult...
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2022-09-02
What the Flea - FAQ about ticks and fleas
Are fleas and ticks harmful to dogs and cats? Yes. Fleas and ticks are harmful to both dogs and cats. Flea infestations cause inflammation, skin infection, blood loss, and can transmit tapeworms. Ticks spread numerous diseases including babesiosis, ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis. Additionally, in more severe...
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2022-09-02
What the Flea - Is your fur baby protected?
The parasites of pets can be divided into external parasites (those that live on the outside of your pet, e.g. on its skin or in its ears) and internal parasites (those that live inside your pet, e.g. in its gastrointestinal tract). In this article we...
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2022-02-16
Toy Mistakes Pet Parents Make
We know that our pets need regular exercise to keep them active, healthy and out of trouble. However, as pet parents, we aren’t able to always keep them entertained, making it easy for them to possibly get bored. Toys are a great way to keep...
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2021-06-22
DogBox Project
The Dogbox project has become a long standing event where people come together and give back by sponsoring and painting ready-made kennels that get distributed throughout our communities to the shelters that are caring for the many animals that don’t have homes. This year, The...
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