ENSURING THAT YOUR CAT HAS PROPER NUTRITION
Cats are strict carnivores and rely on all their nutritional needs from animal meat. In the wild they would consume prey animals rich in protein and fat with small amounts of carbohydrates. Unlike dogs and other omnivores, they are therefore adapted to get most of their energy from protein instead of carbohydrates. A cat’s diet […]
TAKING CARE OF YOUR DOG’S HEART
The early signs of heart disease are often missed, especially in dogs. The body has ways to compensate for a failing heart and it is only when the body cannot cope anymore, that the clinical signs of heart failure become evident. Here are mainly three types of heart disease. These affect the heart rate, the […]
CAT FACTS – FROM HEAD TO TAIL
Cats can hear better than humans and dogs and can hear up to 64 KHz, which is 1.6 octaves above the range of a human and is one of the best of all mammals. Cats can move their bodies in one direction and point his ears in another. Cats have a third eyelid (called the […]
SO YOU WANT TO BECOME A VET?
Is your qualification eligible for registration with the South African Veterinary Council? Do you want to become a veterinarian or para-veterinary professional? Only specific qualifications will allow you to register legally in SA. Do you dream of working with animals? Is your heart set on becoming a veterinarian, veterinary nurse, animal health technician, veterinary physiotherapist, […]
EAR HYGIENE IN DOGS
How do you keep your dog’s floofers healthy? The anatomy of a dog’s ear canal is very different from that of a human. A human’s ear canal is a horizontal path leading directly to the eardrum, whereas a dog’s ear canal is “L”-shaped. There’s an outer, vertical canal which leads into a horizontal canal and […]
7 REASONS WHY DOGS ARE GOOD FOR US…
Anecdotal and scientific evidence have shown that dog owners tend to be healthier Here are seven ways that living with a dog will keep you healthy. 1. Dogs Boost Your Mood – Dogs have long been known to make great companions, but did you know that they actually improve your mood? Research has shown that […]
10 COMMON HOUSEHOLD HAZARDS THAT AFFECT YOUR DOG
There are a few items around the house that can be a danger to your dogs. There are a few items around the house that dog owners should be aware may be very hazardous to your fur kids. Some of the most commonly reported problems involve exposure to the following products. Chocolate contains both caffeine […]
COMMON BLADDER DISORDERS
The low down on Cystitis and urinary tract infections in dogs A urinary tract infection is quite common in dogs and dogs are more commonly affected than cats. Females are more commonly affected than males. The most common cause of a UTI is bacterial, although fungal can occur. Clinical signs seen are pollakiuria (frequent small […]
REMOVING TICKS AND AVOIDING FLEAS
Summertime means sunshine, backyard barbecues, and lots of fun. But for your dog, the season unfortunately comes with a few hitches. Spending more time outdoors increases your pup’s chances of getting burrs, fleas, and even ticks. Read on for the best tips on how to combat the summer’s puppy predicaments. GETTING A TICK OFF YOUR […]
READING YOUR DOG’S TAIL
Do you think that a dog’s wagging tail always means he’s happy? Not necessarily! All a wagging tail means is that the dog is feeling emotional. It could be excitement, but it could be frustration or even aggression. To start with, look at the speed and direction of the wag as well as the position […]
