Cat's are wonderful pet's and they are known to be rather self-sufficient. However, they still need our help, so let's look at how to correctly brush your cat's coat. Why most people don't groom their cats Many people are under the impression that because their cats...
The internet is full of pet photos and many of them are just so good, funny and adorable. But try taking a photo yourself and it just never comes out right… There is a saying that goes "a picture is worth a thousand words". We have all heard it before, but do you...
Bathing an anxious or scared dog – preparation and how to overcome the anxiety.
Bathing an anxious or scared dog can be like re-enacting a scene from a horror movie. Bathing as we know it is not a natural thing for a dog to do in the wild, so instinctively, it is understandable when they are afraid of having one. Also, bath time shouldn't be a...
Bunnies as gifts during Easter
Something that happens all too often around this time of year is the gifting of bunnies. The gesture of gifting a small bunny to a child over the Easter period seems wonderful and picturesque, however, bunnies are a 10-year commitment at the least, and research should...
Cat grooming – is it really necessary?
Like most cat owners, if you were to ask me the question "is it necessary to have your cat groomed?", my answer would have been no. I used to be under the impression that cats are the most self-sufficient of all pets. Apart from the obvious things like not being able...
Pet sitters: The unmasked, modern-day heroes
I am sure if you are reading this it already tells me that you are a pet parent whose fur-child’s wellbeing is of utmost importance to them. How do I know this? Well, you would not be on our website if you weren't. So, let us focus on these heroes, after all this week...
International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day – 23 February 2021
Nowadays there seems to be a holiday or day for everything, right? This day however is one that we will totally be in support of. I mean who doesn't love an excuse to spoil their floof just that little bit extra?! The day itself though is somewhat of a mystery. Nobody...
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...