PET BLOG
Pet Trends in South Africa Sept 2023
Join Dr. Carra in a captivating conversation with Victoria Laval, RCL Food Group's Consumer Insights Executive and Senior Market Researcher, as they delve into the fascinating world of pet care in South Africa. Get ready for an engaging discussion about: The pet...
Navigating Snake Interactions: Insights and Prevention with Snakes for Africa
PART TWO: Snakes in the Wild Get ready for an insightful episode of "The Paws & Effect" podcast, where Dr. Carra interviews Byron Zimmerman from Snakes for Africa. In this conversation, they dive into the world of handling snakes in the wild. Discover how Byron...
A Comprehensive Guide to Keeping Pet Snakes with Snakes for Africa
PART ONE: Snakes as Pets Attention all snake enthusiasts and pet lovers! Dive into the captivating world of snake husbandry with a special episode on the "Paws and Effect Podcast." Join our very own Dr. Carra and the expert Byron from Snakes for Africa as they unravel...
Rescuing, Educating, and Transforming Lives with KZN Valley Dogs
Join Dr. Carra in this heartwarming episode of "Paws & Effect" as she interviews Carolyn from KZN Valley Dogs, an incredible organization dedicated to rescuing and caring for disadvantaged dogs and cats in the Inanda and Shongweni Valleys. Discover the inspiring...
RABIES! Vaccinations not procrastination ends rabies.
Rabies is fatal but 100% preventable! What is Rabies? Rabies is a vaccine-preventable, viral disease prevalent in Africa and Asia and is one of the oldest infectious diseases known in medical science. In up to 99% of cases, domestic dogs are responsible for rabies...
Let the Fur Fun Begin with Dog Sports
Being active is great for, human and doggy, bodies and brains. Exercising with your pet, be it taking them for a walk or for a jog is a great way to stay in shape, but have you tried DOGSPORTS? Dogsports are woofloads of fun. They offer heaps of mental stimulation,...
Celebrate your Pet!
Owning a pet is a joy to celebrate! Pets bring so much happiness into our lives with their crazy antics, loveable looks and devotion. During these times of uncertainty one thing, we can be sure of is that our pets are always pleased to see us and happy to hang out...
For the Love and Loss of a Pet
Written by Gary Boustead One day they arrive. With all the excitement of a new friend and the responsibility of ownership that goes with it. Suddenly there is this animal, a living, vulnerable thing, dependent on you for its every need. Day in and day out, the...
Pet Dental Care
Keeping your pets teeth clean and healthy is important, dental scaling- the removal of hardened plaque and tartar-will give your pet perfect pearly whites. What is Dental Scaling? Dental scaling is a deep clean of your pets teeth. The cleaning process reaches below...
Winter Pet Care: Keep your pets as snug as a Pug in a rug this winter!
Keep your pets warm and cosy this winter. When The temperature drops and you find yourself reaching for your scarf and coat, remember your pet may feel the cold too. Dogs, cats and even your pet rabbit can be affected by the cold. Your short haired pets feel it more...