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All you wanted to know about senior pet care
We answer your questions about caring for senior pets
Time flies when you’re having fun – especially with a beloved dog or cat. Pets make our long days not only bearable, but worthwhile, and sharing affection with a pet helps us return to the moment when we’re anxious or overwhelmed. The only problem with pets is that they too get ...
View Article Your questions about pet sterilisation answered
Having your pets sterilised is the most responsible thing you can do for them and for the pet population in South Africa as a whole.
Having your pets sterilised is the most responsible thing you can do for them and for the pet population in South Africa as a whole. In this article, we answer your questions about pet sterilisation and aim to put your mind at ease that spaying and neutering your pets is the right thing to do for...
View Article The vet could not cure my pet
YOU are your pet’s best bet for successful treatment
As a pet owner, the veterinary clinic or animal hospital is your first port of call when your pet is showing concerning symptoms and you are seeking a diagnosis and an effective treatment plan. The veterinarian’s main objective is to ensure your pet receives quality care that restores and e...
View Article How prepared are you for raising a puppy?
The idea of a new puppy may present itself as comprising idyllic, fun-filled days of playtime and puppy breath, but the reality of raising a puppy is very, very different.
There is something irresistible about a new puppy – from its cute appearance to that unmistakable puppy smell; the way it exudes excitement and is a bundle of wagging, licking joy in your presence. The idea of a new puppy may present itself as comprising idyllic, fun-filled days of...
View Article The canine and feline urinary system
In this article, we list the organs and functions of the canine and feline urinary system, the disorders that can affect the urinary system, and how the vet diagnoses your pet's urinary health.
The primary function of the canine and feline urinary system is to excrete waste products from the body. Therefore, the health of the urinary system is critical for the health of all of the body’s other systems. Under...
View Article The canine and feline endocrine system
In this article, we list the glands of the endocrine system of dogs and cats, as well as their functions, and what happens when pets develop endocrine disorders.
The endocrine system of dogs and cats is almost identical to that of humans, in structure and function. The endocrine system is made up of a number of glands in the body that secrete hormones to control a range of important functions – from growth and metabolism, to reproduction, blood pres...
View Article The canine and feline immune system
The canine and feline immune system affects each and every system and cell in their body. It is a barrier of detection and elimination that stands narrowly between the healthy cells of the body and invading organisms like viruses, bacteria, parasites, can
The immune system of dogs and cats
The canine and feline immune system affects each and every system and cell in their body. It is a barrier of detection and elimination that stands narrowly between the healthy cells of the body and invading organisms like viruses, bacteria, parasites, ...
View Article Canine and feline male reproductive system
In this article, we list the organs and functions of the male reproductive system in dogs and cats, the disorders that can affect the reproductive organs
In our previous article on the female reproductive system of dogs and cats, we showed how a complex system of reproductive organs and hormones work together to facilitate fertilisation, gestation and birth. The male reproductive system in dogs and tomcats also consists of a variety of organs and ...
View Article Canine and feline female reproductive system
In this article, we explain the components and functions of the female reproductive system, the disorders that can affect reproductive organs, and how the vet treats the reproductive health of female dogs and cats.
Dogs and cats are placental mammals that carry their foetuses in the uterus to full term, giving birth to a litter of live offspring that are almost fully developed. Offspring are initially fed on milk secreted by the bitch or queen’s mammary glands, with puppies and kittens suckling on the...
View Article Canine and feline musculoskeletal system
In this article, we'll explore the components of the musculoskeletal system, its various functions, and what happens when things go wrong. We'll also give you some tips on how to protect and your pet's musculoskeletal system from young to old.
The musculoskeletal system of dogs and cats is a complex, multi-part, multi-functioning system that gives animals their shape, size, health, flexibility and speed. It can be fed and protected to turn a dog or cat into a bio...
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