Why does your doggy have the zooms after a bath?
Why does your doggy have the zooms after a bath? Dogs love their unique smell and spend a lot of time perfecting it rummaging through the dustbin, rolling in some “phoo” digging holes in the mud… But we humans, want them to be clean, look like fluffy furballs and...
If you love your kitties always tend to these 20 basics points
1. Annual CHECK UPS at a good vet and take them to the vet when they look hurt or unwell. 2. Annual VACCINES and keep the record on hand for FOLLOW UPS. Two vaccines are required for the first time. 3. DE-WORM AND DE-FLEA - Broadline does both when there are fleas in...
Working from home
We all dream of working from home. Getting up late, staying in our pyjamas and spending time with our pets. But when you are forced to work from home and you have not done so before there may be a few challenges that you will have...
Pet Insurance
Pet insurance is often put on the back burner while pets are fit and healthy and only need to go to the vet for their yearly check-up and the odd minor problem. But the day may come when your pet needs the unexpected emergency care or an expensive procedure and then...
Holiday checklist
Going away for work or on holiday and having to make arrangements for your pets at home can be very stressful. I recommend that you consider your options carefully and don’t leave it to the last minute. Once you have decided to use a professional pet sitting service...
Toxic & Dangerous Foods for your Pet
As pet owners we always want to spoil our pets with treats and tit-bits from our plates while cooking or cleaning up, but it is vital that we ensure these spoils are safe for our furry friends. Despite how big their eyes get,...
How to prepare for Holidays
Going on holiday is exciting and thrilling, but can sometimes be very stressful when making all the pre-trip arrangements. One of the things that needs to be part of the planning, is the selection and training of a responsible pet sitter. Whether you make use of a...
How to walk your Dog
Taking your dog for a walk can be a very rewarding and enjoyable experience for both of you. But if your dog doesn’t know how to walk on a leash, then this enjoyment can soon turn into frustration and anger. Here are some basic tips on how to train your dog: Until...
How to walk your Dog Off Leash
First of all though, please be aware that walking off leash is not suitable for all dogs, and you must primarily have done some dog training or obedience classes. When you are ready, here’s what you need to know: Always try your pet off leash in an enclosed area, call...
Big No!No!
One thing South Africans from all backgrounds have in common is that we usually enjoy parties, dinner arrangements, celebrations and of course the regular summer braai. But we seldom consider our pets when hosting such events in our homes, which could result in...