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What your pet’s behaviour changes are really telling you

Spring is a natural moment to pause and really see your pet again, noticing subtle behaviour and welfare changes before they quietly become bigger problems, and gently rebuilding everyday trust and...

How to prepare your dog for a stress-free photoshoot

Worried your dog won't sit still for photos? A Cape Town dog photographer shares practical, judgment-free preparation tips to help you and your dog feel relaxed, comfortable and ready for a truthful...

Hiking with dogs in Kleinmond: The Three Sisters Trail Guide

Sabalenka and Marmite tackled Kleinmond's Three Sisters trail at their own rhythm, proving that hiking with dogs isn't about reaching the summit but everything that happens along the way, up to...

Nuclear Sclerosis in dogs: Is that cloudy eye normal?

Your dog's cloudy eyes might not be cataracts. Veterinary ophthalmologist Dr. Lo-An explains nuclear sclerosis, the normal senior-eye change many pet parents mistake for something serious, plus the...

African Pet Health Summit: What you should know

South Africa's premium natural pet health summit is coming to Stellenbosch, bringing world-leading integrative vets together for pet parents, vets and pet professionals. Discover what's covered, who...

Bloat in dogs: does how your dog eats increase risk?

Bloat in dogs (GDV) can turn deadly within hours. We break down what research shows about fast eating, meal size, slow feeders and raised bowls, plus the warning signs every dog parent should know...

Why healthy dogs need a ramp before injury strikes

Most people only think about a dog ramp once their dog is injured or old. Learn why healthy dogs benefit too, and how everyday jumping quietly strains joints over years...

Raw feeding for dogs: a vet’s honest journey explained

A holistic vet explains how a single book on raw feeding changed his career, why he helped found the Raw Feeding Veterinary Society, and why trusting the dog in front of you matters most...

Introducing a new pet slowly

Bringing a new pet home? "Let them sort it out" is risky, outdated advice. Learn why slow, structured introductions protect cats and dogs from fear, conflict and resource guarding and build lasting...
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