November 2014

Please don’t buy puppies with docked tails We are regularly seeing new puppies with docked tails although this practice is considered a criminal offence. Tail Docking Simplified  It must be clarified:- that as of I June 2008 the SA Veterinary Council decided that it will no longer condone the...

Like human children, puppies are not born with the social skills that they require to live with their family, be that a canine family or a human one. The term "socialisation" in simple terms means the learning process that a puppy must undergo in order...

  Buying a puppy is a big decision with far reaching consequences, especially considering that many are now living in to their late teens. When looking at a prospective puppy a few points need to be taken in to consideration: The puppy should be 8 weeks or older...

Veterinary bills often come as an unwelcome surprise after an unexpected event such as a car accident or a complicated biliary case. Follow this link to learn more about pet insurance in South Africa: http://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Pet-Health/Your-pets-health/Pet-insurance-is-it-for-you-20120721    ...