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A complete diet for dogs should contain 3 main elements, water, minerals and vitamins. The diet should consist of: Proteins Carbohydrates Fats Fats The body needs fats and not all fats are unhealthy or fattening. Omega 3 for example. Omega 3 A dog fed on a correct diet will... Read More

You have no doubt heard people say, “A dog that is wagging its tail is happy.” But is this true? Why does a dog need a tail? A dog’s tail has several functions. For example, it is used for stability during walking or as a rudder when swimming. The tail is also an... Read More

Relaxed … – ‘Hey, I see something…’ Neutral attitude: Relaxed forward pointing ear tips Pupil is of normal size Whiskers held forwards Relaxed posture, standing, sitting or lying on the side Relaxed tail lying or hanging behind the body Hey, I love you! Relaxed attitude... Read More

Veterinarians and other caregivers are responsible for the health and well-being of our cats. They should not only advise clients about medical aspects but also point out the importance of a cat’s environmental needs. Various diseases and behavioural problems are related to... Read More

AAFP and ISFM: Criteria for Environmental Needs of Cats [1] The level of comfort a cat feels in her environment is directly linked to her mental health, emotional well-being and behaviour. It is not just about the physical environment but also about social interaction between... Read More

Domestic cats have retained a lot of the behaviours of their wild ancestor, Felis Lybica, the African wild cat. The relationship between cat and man began about 10,000 years ago and served mutual interests. Cats caught and ate the rodents who stole the grain. This mutual useful... Read More

Owners often worry about their dogs misbehaving. It is important to look at the motivation of such behaviour. Behaviour seen by owners as a problem is in fact often just normal dog behaviour. Barking is for example no problem at all on a farm and often something that the farmer... Read More

People can often be allergic to dog hair. Here is a list of hypoallergenic breeds that you might not be allergic to as they hardly shed their coats:  Irish wolfhound (the coat is plucked) Lagatto Spanish water dogs Maltese Yorkshire terrier Chinese Crested Bichon Poodle However... Read More

Ceasar Milan and his TV programmes are as controversial as ever! Ceasar Milan and his TV programmes tend to cause a lot of controversy within the dog world. For some people he can do no wrong, they almost worship him and they read his books and follow his programmes with avid... Read More