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Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
7M ago
Have you recently adopted a rescue puppy or dog from a shelter? If so, first off, congratulations!!! Thank you, on behalf of your new pet and the people out there fighting the flames of the homeless dogs situation in South Africa.
Rescue dogs can be a wonderful addition to your family. As with bringing any new pets to your home, there can be a period of adjustment whilst the dog learns your routine and household rules and they take time to come out of their shell.
Depending on the circumstances that brought them to the shelter, or how long they have been staying in a kennel environment, you ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
7M ago
Just like us, all dogs are individuals. Some are bold and motivated, others can be shy and withdrawn.
When we select a particular breed of dog as our pet, there are certain traits we can be almost certain to see. A barky Dachshund, a protective Rottweiler or a Labrador that like to hold things in his mouth. This is due to years of selective breeding for these traits.
However, despite this selective breeding, within a litter of pups, you will get an assortment of personalities. Some pups will avoid the rough and tumble play, others will instigate play by leaping and nipping litter mates. Some ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
7M ago
Dogs can show reactivity in different ways. Some may lunge and bark, others may panic and flee. Put simply, a reactive dog is one that responds (in our eyes, negatively) to a trigger.
Reactivity is on the rise in pet dogs and there is fierce debate whether it's breeding, bad experiences, inappropriate socialisation or humans unrealistic expectations of dogs.
Whatever the cause, living with a reactive dog is difficult. These dogs have big feelings. Quite often they feel they have no choice but to express them. To them it can be a matter of survival.
Reactivity training involves identifying t ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
7M ago
At our facility, we specialise in 1-2-1 classes for puppies and adult dogs.
There are many reasons why you or your dog may not be able to attend group classes.
We want to provide opportunities for all dogs to live their best lives with their families.
Having 1-2-1 sessions means we can create unique classes to suit you.
Who might benefit from these sessions?
Dogs that are experience reactivity issues.
Timid, reserved dogs.
Rescues with an unstable background.
Families who have a specific behaviour problem they wish to resolve.
Co-operative care training (grooming, vet visits, administering ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
1y ago
Dr. Lo-An will take a break from consulting in Centurion from 15th December until the New Year.
We know that pet eye emergencies can still happen, even if the vet is taking a well earned break.
For any new clients, Dr. Lo-An is offering an online consultation during the holidays.
Please contact us to check availability:
0646 100 401
odayvets@gmail.com
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Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
1y ago
Most people assume their pets will be happy with us being at home for the holidays. However, some find the change in routine a little stressful and this may affect their behaviour. Here are some tips that may help things go a little smoother.
Try and keep their routine as consistent as possible:
If your dog has a 30 minute walk every day, try and keep that a priority. Although we are home more, we often have a lot more social commitments. This can mean coming home at peculiar times or being home, but being too busy to do the usual walk.
Try and prioritise your pets daily needs. Make the walk ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
1y ago
There are some things we bring into the home over the festive season that can potentially be hazardous to our pets.
Here is a list of the most common reasons vets get emergency calls this time of year.
Mistletoe & Poinsettia:
Ingestion of the berries of mistletoe and leaves of poinsettia can cause gastric upset in dogs and cats. Ensure any fallen leaves or berries are cleared up.
Mince Pies:
Mince pies favourite for some this time of year (not me!). If your dog is prone to counter surfing, ensure the mince pies are put away in the cupboard.
Raisins (and grapes) can be extremely toxic to ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
1y ago
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We recently added a new family member into the Oday Vets household. A new born to look after meant time with the dogs has taken a back seat. Getting back into good habits is hard, so I thought I’d share how I’m trying to stay on track.
When training with clients, I always tell them that training sessions do not have to be long. 3-5 mins a day spent training your dog and you’ll see by the end of the week how much progress they have made. However, I’ll admit sometimes that 3-5 minutes can be really hard to achieve. The ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
1y ago
We are sharing some dog training how-to videos over on our social media channels. This week we started with a paw target, so we wanted to share a bit more information on our blog as to why this is a useful behaviour to teach your pups.
Paw targeting is a foundation behaviour essential for many dogs that compete in dog sports, trick training or even service dogs.
What is a paw target?
Essentially it is asking your dog to touch something with their paw. You begin training using an object such as a plastic lid or a small mat.
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The ideal way to te ..read more
Oday Vets Pet Care Blog
1y ago
Don't forget a present under the tree this year for your cat!
We thought we'd list some of our popular cat items that we think your pet will love. Click on the picture to be taken to the product page.
Cat needs mental stimulation. Puzzle toys can be a great way of teaching your cat to problem solve.
Cat's Life Cooking Hobby Kitty Carpet: Filled with catnip, you can also hide kibble or treats for your cat to find.
Food Dispensing Toys from L'Chic: Mice or mushrooms, take your pick from these dispensing toys from L'Chic. Made from food grade, non-tox ..read more