Your cat’s body language explained: Have you ever wondered why your cat feels the intense need to go full gargoyle from the top of the fridge, or insists on head-butting you during the Sunday night 8pm movie? Then wonder no more: this article is for you. Enjoy! IMAGE SOURCE CAT BODY LANGUAGE — IN A NUTSHELL HAPPY CAT BODY LANGUAGE: EARS relaxed and in a natural posture (i.e. pointing forward). not flattened against the head, angled back or constantly swivelling. EYES relaxed. slow blinks at you. pupils at their typical size and not dilated. BODY lying down on their side / with their bell ..read more

Even before you’re aware of it, your pet has probably sensed that something scary is on its way. Thunderstorms come with some wonderfully well-needed rain but they can also leave our pets cowering beneath our feet or trying to dig a hole for themselves in the corner, let alone the howling. Thunder and lightning, and even wind can be very, very frightening to many pets. If your pet starts shivering and panicking when a rainstorm approaches, then this survival guide is for you. Is your pet scared of thunder and lightning?  First things first, is your pet actually scared during a thunderstor ..read more

Finding the right pet to suit your lifestyle and home can be tough. The great thing is there are so many fabulous pets to choose from.  Many of us think of cats or dogs when we’re thinking of getting pets but there are so many cute and cuddly pets that can suit a variety of lifestyles and homes.  The bigger the variety, the more difficult it is to choose but that’s why we’re here. We’ve matched some of the ideal pets for various types of people.  Before you decide on a pet There’s more to getting a pet than just deciding on which one you’d like to have. Make sure you’re buying ..read more

Hot dog summer days usually mean all of us are outside more, soaking in the sun or going on adventures. As fun as summer can be, it can get super hot and it’s important to make sure your dogs are cool and comfortable in the heat.  A good rule of thumb is that if you’re hot, your dog is definitely hot too – maybe even more so. You’ll also notice your dog begins to pant a lot more if they’re hot. Us humans sweat to cool ourselves down but dogs pant. We’re going to take a look at what heat stroke is and how it can affect your dog. We’ve also got some great tips to keep your dog cool. Let’s d ..read more

Training your new puppy can be overwhelming—there’s so much to do! Luckily, your best friend is an eager student and ready to learn. But where to start? Let’s take a look. When should you train your puppy? You can start formal training as soon as you bring your puppy home, which should be around 8 weeks. With that said, your puppy is constantly learning new things through various interactions with you, other fur family members and the environment around them! Every day is a lesson, which is why you need to be mindful of how you behave, speak to and engage with your puppy. For example, reactin ..read more

A cat’s physical and mental health changes with age, just as they do with people. Cats are considered a ‘senior’ at the age of 7. This post will cover the most common health issues in senior cats and how to go about helping them. Most older cats sleep more than they did when young, and they usually sleep more deeply. They may not be able to jump quite as high. They may lose or gain weight, depending on their metabolism. You will most likely find that your cat needs to go the vet a bit more often as it ages. It’s beneficial to prevent a health issue from becoming serious by going to the vet ear ..read more

Dogs and cats can suffer from allergies as us humans do. They generally experience these through itchy, irritated skin which may develop into more serious health problems if left untreated. Check out the list below to identify why your pet is itchy and scratchy.  The post 5 common reasons for itchy scratchy pets appeared first on ..read more

Some breeds just love their food and need all the help they can get from their humans to keep those unwanted kilos at bay. Here are the top 10 popular dog breeds most at risk of packing on the pounds. Is yours one of them?       The post 10 Popular Dog Breeds Most at Risk of Becoming Fat appeared first on ..read more

Festive Pet Travel Guide: As this joyous season approaches, we’re all planning our holidays with excitement and enthusiasm. What to pack, planning the route and thinking about the ever-important road trip snacks (biltong, anyone?). If you’re planning on taking your furry family members with you, then you’ll need to put some extra thought and time into how to make the road trip more enjoyable for all the different species of passengers in the car.  This is why we’ve put together a simple, yet informative, Festive Pet Travel Guide for you. From snacks to safety, we’ll ensure that your pets ..read more

Your dog’s age in human years, let’s discuss — have you ever wondered how old your dog is in human years? Of course you have! We all have, so much so that the 1:7 year rule is ingrained in all of our minds. But … how old is your dog in homo sapiens years really and why does it matter? FIRST THINGS FIRST — THAT 1:7 RULE Brace yourself, it’s a myth and your 4 year old dog is not really 28! In fact, researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine created a formula that more accurately compares the ages of humans and dogs to more accurately calculate your dog’s age in huma ..read more